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Definition mind your p’s and q’s in British English

mind your p’s and q’s phrase

phrase
1

used for telling someone to speak and behave in a way that is suitable to a particular situation

Example

You'd better mind your p's and q's when you meet Julia's parents.

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Definition mind your p’s and q’s in British English