boys will be boys »
It is hard, often fruitless, to attempt to curb the natural playfulness and tendency to mischief of most growing boys.1922, James Joyce, Ulysses Chapter 13But just then there was a slight altercation between Master Tommy and Master Jacky. Boys will be boys and our two twins were no exception to this golden rule.Even grown men usually remain somewhat boyish in heart"Boys will be boys", grinned grandpa while he joined his adult son playing with the fancy train-set he gave his grandson for Christmas while the kid was in school.
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clogs to clogs in three generations »
(UK) Wealth earned in one generation seldom lasts through the third (grandchild
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don't try to teach grandma how to suck eggs »
Don't presume to give advice to those who are more experienced.
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grand poobah »
A person who is important or high-ranking.
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grand total »
The entire or final sum.
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throw down »
To accomplish or produce something in a grand, respectable, or successful manner; to "represent".
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