In my youth there were words you couldn’t say in front of a girl; now you can’t say ‘girl.’
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that the way we talk has changed a lot over time. In the past, there were certain words that people couldn't say in front of women or girls. But now, the word "girl" itself has become something you're not supposed to use. This shows how the language and social norms have evolved, and what was once considered inappropriate is now something people try to avoid.
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