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I brought you into this world
Parent emphasizing ultimate authority
Literal Meaning
To cause to exist; to bring into creation; to give life to.
Actual Meaning
Assert parental authority - sometimes implies threat
Examples in Context

Parent: 'I brought you into this world and I can take you out.' (Translation: I'm in charge)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Usually said in frustration
  • 2Not a literal threat
  • 3About parental authority
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I created you
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I'm your parent
I brought you here
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