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Just wait till you have kids
Response to children's complaints or judgment
Literal Meaning
To remain in a position or state of inaction until a future time when one may have offspring.
Actual Meaning
You'll understand parenting difficulties when you're a parent
Examples in Context

Teen: 'You're so unfair!' Parent: 'Just wait till you have kids.' (Translation: You'll understand)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Delayed understanding
  • 2Karma warning
  • 3Perspective will come
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You'll see when you're a parent
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