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to get 18 years old vs to turn 18

The phrase "to turn 18" is the correct and commonly used expression to indicate someone reaching the age of 18. "To get 18 years old" is not the correct way to express this idea in English.
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to get 18 years old

This phrase is not a standard or natural way to express someone reaching the age of 18 in English.

This phrase is not commonly used in English. The correct way to express this idea is 'to turn 18.'
  • Aug 31, 2020 ... I have 1 month and 25 days to get 18 years old. I'm 177 cm. Can I grow taller? What age do I stop growing? I'm smoking. All related (35).
  • Oct 10, 2015 ... I'm 17. I have 1 month and 25 days to get 18 years old. I'm 177 cm. Can I grow taller? What age do I stop growing ...
  • Dec 13, 2015 ... ... to get 18 years old? Would it still have any implication on my case, considering the marriage was done when she was 16? 3. If spouse visa is ...
  • Feb 7, 2024 ... Save enough money to stay the amount of days you want to, get 18 years old (or your parents' permission to travel before 18), get a tourist ...
  • Aug 3, 2024 ... A GMRS license is relatively easy to get (>=18 years old, US citizen, etc.) and is good for 10 years. Ham radio is an option and if you are ...
  • Apr 22, 2021 ... ... so much trouble breathing cause their nose is stuck, but luckily she did manage to get 18 years old. Upvote 2. Downvote Award Share.
  • Dec 25, 2008 ... My wrinkles are 80% gone. I am going to pay another visit at her clinic before chinese year 2009; to get 18 years old face back !!!!
  • 5 days ago ... ... to get 18 years old that just wanted a place to stay for free without common interests or anything. Shame as I think my most memorable ...
  • Apr 19, 2010 ... ... to get 18 years old child support trying to say I left the child it was a mess so I prove to the judge that she was lying he ruled on my ...

Alternatives:

  • to turn 18
  • to become 18 years old
  • to reach the age of 18
  • to hit 18
  • to come of age

to turn 18

This is the correct and commonly used expression to indicate someone reaching the age of 18 in English.

Use 'to turn 18' to express the idea of someone reaching the age of 18. It is a standard and natural way to convey this concept.
  • Aug 28, 2024 ... Why wouldn't shenron be able to turn 18 into a human? Discussion. I was having a conversation with my friend and we're both stumped on this ...
  • Opinion: What does it really mean to turn 18? Alena Ruhstaller, Managing Editor • November 3, 2019. Each birthday celebrates another year of life passed; ...
  • Nov 21, 2023 ... Going to turn 18 in 6 months, what are some things I can do to set myself up for financial success? I'm getting a job here pretty soon, I ...
  • Oct 28, 2019 ... I'm not ready to turn 18 and be an adult. What do I do? Scary isn't it? Let me tell you a secret. All of us adults are really faking it. We ...
  • Dec 19, 2023 ... 276 likes, 5 comments - karnythia on December 19, 2023: "Kid #2 is somehow about to turn 18 and asked for baby pics for yearbook.
  • Sep 8, 2018 ... Q: I'm 15, and I can't wait to turn 18 and move out. Is that wrong? I feel as though my parents hold me back from having a life.
  • I'm recently 17 and about to turn 18 and my parent wont let me leave. 08-24-2014, 01:45 PM. I'm an immigration came from VietNam on 2010, I will turn 18 on ...
  • Jan 23, 2021 ... Okay here's some life advice for you teenagers out there who are just about to turn 18. Before you grow wings (and possibly several ...
  • Mar 13, 2014 ... ... to turn 18 soon. This all being said, you may want to contact your local non-emergency police department (not 911) with these questions. You ...
  • Jul 14, 2023 ... I'm about to turn 18 and I'm registering to vote. Do you have any advice about being a new voter? 18,437 Views · How should I choose to vote ...

Alternatives:

  • to become 18 years old
  • to reach the age of 18
  • to hit 18
  • to come of age

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