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A phase of child development characterized by temper tantrums and defiance, typically occurring around the age of two
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The stage of development known as the terrible twos is characterized by increased independence and challenging behavior in young children.
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My toddler is going through the terrible twos right now and it's been quite a handful!
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The terrible twos are no joke - my kid is driving me crazy with tantrums!
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Dealing with a difficult boss can feel like navigating the terrible twos all over again.