Gen Alpha slang · Phrase
touch grass
Meaning
Touch grass is Gen Alpha slang for go outside — you have been online too long, used mainly by ages 11–25.
Where it came from
Forum insult from around 2020.
Tone check
A mild insult, usually affectionate.
Used in a sentence
"Touch grass, mate."
Peak: 2021–2026
Age range: 11–25
Safe for adults to use
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