parental discretion
noun
: parents choosing whether or not they want their children to do something
Because of the violence in the movie, parental discretion is advised.
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Whilst no swear words are used, parental discretion is advised when playing this content to or around younger children.
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Dustin Nelson, EW.com, 21 Aug. 2023
Whilst no swear words are used parental discretion is advised when playing this content to or around younger children.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 22 Aug. 2023
Dustin Nelson, EW.com, 21 Aug. 2023
Whilst no swear words are used parental discretion is advised when playing this content to or around younger children.
—Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 22 Aug. 2023
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“Parental discretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parental%20discretion. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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