Idiom
mind one's language
Meaning
To be careful to speak properly, especially concerning the avoidance of swear words.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Examples
“Please mind your language when the children are around.”
“The teacher reminded the students to mind their language during the group discussion in the library.”
“In a professional setting, it is essential to mind your language to ensure that your communication remains respectful and appropriate for all colleagues.”
Examples
simple
“Please mind your language when the children are around.”
contextual
“The teacher reminded the students to mind their language during the group discussion in the library.”
complex
“In a professional setting, it is essential to mind your language to ensure that your communication remains respectful and appropriate for all colleagues.”
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