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think of the children
think of the children
Consider how a particular course of action will affect young people. The phrase is often used in a panicked way, to draw attention or support to a cause. Think of the children—if they don't have a park to play in, they will turn to unsavory activities instead. We need to band together to discourage drunk driving. Think of the children!
Common Names:
Name | Gender | Pronounced | Usage |
JoÃOzinho | | - | Portuguese |
Harriet | | HER-ee-ət, HAR-ee-ət | English |
Domitia | | - | Ancient Roman |
Raul | | ra-OOL (Portuguese), rah-OOL (Italian) | Portuguese, Italian |
Reba | | REE-bə | English |
Lestari | | les-TAH-ree | Indonesian |