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Term: Act Your Age

Description:

The term "act your age" is an idiomatic expression that means to behave in a manner that is considered appropriate for someone of your age. It is often used to encourage individuals, typically children or younger people, to behave in a more mature or responsible way.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Verb phrase: act your age
• Imperative phrase: act your age

Possible Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: To behave in a more mature or responsible manner.

Example: Jane, you should act your age and stop throwing tantrums.

Sense 2: To refrain from behaving in an immature or childish manner.

Example: Tom needs to act his age and stop teasing his little sister.

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• Books on Maturity
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