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20 Mom Catchphrases and We’ve All Heard and Rolled Our Eyes At

20 Mom Catchphrases and We’ve All Heard and Rolled Our Eyes At

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Our moms are normally the first to love and care for us. They help us through hard times and often give us advice when we need it.

All mothers seem to have a “catchphrase,” which they often say when trying to help their children when experiencing difficulty, losing love, or even having a bad day. Sometimes these catchphrases are kind and other times.

You may roll your eyes and walk away. Is your mom’s catchphrase on this list?

One Redditor said, “At the grocery store and looking at prices: “What? Do they put gold in it?” Another Redditor added, “We’ve got food at home.”

Food Catchphrases

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A third Redditor replied, “Wait! This bit’s poisoned!” Said every time she walked past me while I was eating something, then promptly followed by her grabbing the “poisoned” bit of whatever I was eating and eating it herself.”

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A user added, “English is my mom’s second language, so instead of saying “It’s my way or the highway” my mom says “My way is the highway.” A second user replied, “I’ll slap them into next Tuesday!” – anytime someone gives her flack.”

Rude Catchphrases

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A third user wrote, “When looking for something mom told us to find, and we either legitimately couldn’t find it, or we were being lazy: “If I find it, I’m going to beat you with it.”

A popular comment was, “Finesse, not force” I have to admit, over the years, it’s helped me step back and take a breath before I end up breaking something in frustration.”

Helpful Catchphrases

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Another Redditor added, “Choices and consequences” Recently, I quoted it to my daughter (she was dancing in the bath, slipped and banged her head), and I realized I am my mom.” A third Redditor responded, “You gotta plan your work and work your plan!” – she watches too much Dr. Phil, I think.”

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