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young Turk

idiom

A young person who agitates for political or other reform; a young person with a rebellious disposition.


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Related idioms7entries
  1. 01

    bright young thing

    One who is youthful, clever, eager, and high-spirited in manner and attractive in appearance.

  2. 02

    old head on young shoulders

    Alternative form of good head on one's shoulders.

  3. 03

    out-paramour the Turk

    To have many romantic affairs.

  4. 04

    sweet young thing

    An attractive young woman.

  5. 05

    young at heart

    Having the joy and vitality associated with younger people, despite one's own advanced age.

  6. 06

    young blood

    Young or youthful people, especially as a source of revitalizing force (in a team, organization, etc.).

  7. 07

    young fogey

    A young and overly conservative person.

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