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G-rated

American  
[jee-ray-tid] / ˈdʒiˌreɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. (of a motion picture) deemed suitable for viewers of all ages.

    a G-rated film.

  2. innocent; inoffensive: a G-rated first date.

    G-rated language;

    a G-rated first date.


Etymology

Origin of G-rated

First recorded in 1965–70; G-(eneral) ( def. ) + rate 1 ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )


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She and her husband usually choose G-rated films, with limited payoff for the grown-ups.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 7, 2026

As he tore past the Atlanta sideline, he glanced over and playfully raised his hand to form a G-rated gesture.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 30, 2025

That was the G-rated version of the line he’s been delivering in recent months.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 25, 2024

Roberts said she'd had a "G-rated career" - referring to the US film rating for movies suitable for a general audience.

From BBC ● Jan. 12, 2024

Even this G-rated eyeful of parental affection makes me uncomfortable.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed

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