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facts of life

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Definition


Euphemism for sexuality and reproduction. Also the idea that life is a harsh reality.

Context : Education, Relationships, Social Life
Category: Euphemism, Idiom
Semantic: life, reality, sexuality

Usage of “facts of life”

  1. The course "Family Life" is nothing more than a guide on the facts of life.

  2. She used me for money and broke my heart. This happens to many men. These are the facts of life.

Examples of idiom “facts of life” from Twitter
  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'Pee_elley'
    Pee_elley:

    RT @WhitleyShae: facts of life: the prettier the girl the crazier she is

  • Default avatar for Twitter user 'nimblephatty'
    nimblephatty:

    Gave Charlie "facts of life" talk. "Any questions?" I asked. He replied, "Huh, I'd like to watch."