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!
See also: children, of, think

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
JoÃOzinho-Portuguese
HarrietHER-ee-ət, HAR-ee-ətEnglish
Domitia-Ancient Roman
Raulra-OOL (Portuguese), rah-OOL (Italian)Portuguese, Italian
RebaREE-bəEnglish
Lestariles-TAH-reeIndonesian