were you born in a tent
Meaning: An admonishment to someone who has carelessly left a door open.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Daily Life
Origin: Origin uncertain; the phrase sarcastically suggests the person was raised in a tent and thus has no notion of keeping doors closed.
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