20 Phrases You'd Only Understand If You're A Millennial, And Now I Officially Feel Old
Ready for some serious nostalgia? Reddit user PuzzleheadedSwim6291 asked, "Millennials, what's a phrase we'd always hear growing up that you'd never hear today?" Here are the responses that are a blast from the past:
1."'Who called?' 'Try star 69.'"
2."'We'll look it up when we get home.'"
3."'Did you get it off Limewire or Kazaa?'"
4."'I need to return some videotapes.'"
5."'Check the Yellow Pages.'"
6."'Did you remember to print the directions to our destination?'"
7."'Check the newspaper for movie times and what's in theaters.'"
8."'I got it!' when the house phone rang."
9."'Can you hand me the map book?'"
10."'The commercials are ending' or just the simple 'it's back on' from your sibling as you sprint back from the bathroom or kitchen for your show."
11."'Can I borrow a quarter? I need to make a phone call.'"
12."'Eject disc one and insert disc two to continue installation.'"
13."'I need to develop this roll of film.'"
14."'Call after 9 p.m. when it's free!'"
15."'You've got mail!'"
16."[Insert sister's name], 'quit listening and hang up the phone!'"
17."'Gotta check the help wanted ads for jobs.'"
18."'You won't always have a calculator.'"
19."'Get off the internet. I'm expecting an important phone call.'"
20."'Be kind, rewind.'"
Millennials, what other phrases bring you back to your childhood? Share them in the comments!
Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.
