He tries too hard to be down with the kids.
down with the kids
idiomwho attempts (especially in vain) to appeal to young people by imitating them
The teacher used modern slang in class, but he was clearly not down with the kids.
In a desperate attempt to remain relevant, the aging executive adopted trendy fashion choices, though he was painfully not down with the kids.
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all kidding aside
Used to attempt to state a serious point in a jocular conversation.
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dustbin Lid
[Cockney slang]kid
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dustbin lid/s
[Cockney slang]kid/s
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handle with kid gloves
To treat (a person or a subject) very delicately or carefully, especially so as not to cause offense or controversy.
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kid around
To engage in playful fun.
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new kid in town
Synonym of new kid on the block.
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new kid on the block
Someone or something new to an existing community.
Last updated April 17, 2026