get a life
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"Humans go for shocks and excitement - AI needs to get a life," Sutton said.
From BBC ● Jan. 15, 2026
As we get to know the movie’s wiry, chaotic young protagonist, engagingly portrayed by first-time actor Faveau, we expect he’ll get a life education the hard way, as these stories usually offer up.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2025
Earlier this month, President Biden responded to Trump's claims by telling reporters at a press conference that Trump needs to "get a life."
From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2024
Ms. Erdoes replied: “Seriously. It is 1 a.m. your time. I would say get a life … but you are at the Ritz and we aren’t.”
From New York Times ● May 25, 2023
How could I get a life when I was obviously already alive?
From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman
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