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Meaning of terrible twos | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A developmental stage in toddlers, normally occurring around the age of two, involving refusals and temper tantrums.

informal, plural, plural-only

Examples

“The terrible twos can begin at 18 months and last until about age five.”
“The terrible twos came early. Almost a year early. When Ryan learned to walk it was the end of our peace of mind!”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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