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cats in the craddle

 

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Cats in the Cradle

Part of Speech: Idiom

Sense:

  1. A phrase referring to a situation where a parent is absent or unavailable during their child's formative years.
  2. A song by Harry Chapin, released in 1974, which explores the theme of a distant father-son relationship.

Usage:

  1. When a father is constantly busy with work and neglects spending time with his children, it can result in a "cats in the cradle" scenario.
  2. The lyrics of "Cats in the Cradle" by Harry Chapin perfectly depict the emotional consequences of a father's lack of presence in his son's life.

Sample Sentences:

  • John's busy career made him realize he was missing out on precious moments with his kids, turning his life into a cats in the cradle situation.
  • As I listened to "Cats in the Cradle," I couldn't help but reflect on the importance of being present for my loved ones.

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