growing-up hints
noun phraseUK /ˈɡrəʊɪŋ ʌp hɪnts/
US /ˈɡroʊɪŋ ʌp hɪnts/
Little clues that help you learn how to become a bigger kid.
My big sister gave me growing-up hints about how to tie my shoes.
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2. Helpful ideas about taking care of yourself as you get older.
The book is full of growing-up hints about staying healthy.
3. Small signs that someone is getting bigger or more mature.
Losing a tooth is one of the growing-up hints that you are changing.
4. Friendly reminders about how to act politely with others.
Grandma shared growing-up hints like saying please and thank you.