English and ICT Skills for Life

Being in a relationship
Family | Family idioms
Marry for love/money

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A family man
a man who likes to spend a lot of time with his wife and children

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The baby of the family
the youngest child in the family, usually spoiled

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To be like two peas in a pod
so similar as to be indistinguishable or nearly so

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Like father like son
a son's character or behaviour can be expected to resemble that of his father

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Follow in one’s father’s footsteps
do as another person did before, especially in making a journey or following a particular career

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Marriage of convenience
a marriage that is arranged for practical, financial, or political reasons

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It runs in the family
an ability or talent that is passed on through the generations

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One’s own flesh and blood
a member of your family, do not forget it!

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A sugar daddy
a rich man who is generous to younger women in return for sexual favours

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A father figure
someone that you can turn to for advice and support

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Mum's the word
it's a secret, don't tell anyone

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Child's play / kids' stuff
an easy task that requires little effort

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A bit on the side
a sexual relationship outside marriage

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The black sheep of the family
a person who has done something bad that brings embarrassment or shame to his or her family

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Not the marrying type
a person who doesn’t want to get married

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