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
Sender-Yiddish
Crius-Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Samanta-Italian, Spanish
Zaboulon-Biblical Greek
Addison[ædisn]
IvoryIE-və-ree, IEV-reeAfrican American