concept   prim
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, being prim and primping are associated with good manners and a formal appearance.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 prim United States In some social circles, being prim and proper is considered a sign of good manners and sophistication. 1
2 prim United States In the United States and United Kingdom, 'prim' can refer to being overly formal or uptight in appearance or behavior. 1
3 primping United States Primping before going out is considered normal and expected, including activities like fixing hair, applying makeup, and checking one's appearance in a mirror. 1
4 primping United States Common before going out, especially for social events or dates 1
5 primping United States Common practice before going out, often involves spending time on hair, makeup, and outfit 1