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Big Britches Speak Told Boy Loop One’s Sassy

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Idiom TOO BIG FOR (ONE’S) BRITCHES
Definition to be sassy or arrogant, or to act or speak disrespectfully or inappropriately for one’s age or position
Examples
  1. Patty’s mother scolded her, “Listen to me, young lady. You may not speak so rudely to anyone. You’re getting too big for your britches.”
  2. His father told the little boy that his behavior was not acceptable in their house. He told the boy he was too big for his britches and he would be punished if he continued to misbehave.
Extra Info

The expression is usually used by parents to reprimand (scold) their children.

Category People: about people (adjectives)

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