What's something you've caught yourself doing exactly the way one of your parents does?

B Natural answer

I've caught myself checking the time the way my mom does, especially when we're waiting for someone. I also get a little impatient if dinner is late, and that really sounds like her. Before I leave, I keep asking if I have everything, which is another habit I learned from her. It's funny because I used to think it was just me.

Key phrases in this answer

• get a little impatient — to feel annoyed because something is taking too long“I get a little impatient when dinner is late.”
• Before I leave — before I go out or depart“Before I leave, I always check that I have my keys.”
• say the same thing — to repeat the same words someone else uses“I keep saying the same thing my dad says when I'm tired.”
• in a minute — soon, but not right now“I'll do it in a minute, after I finish this part.”
• fold my arms — to cross your arms in front of your body“When I think hard, I fold my arms like my dad.”
• check the time — to look at the clock or phone to see the time“I keep checking the time when I'm waiting for a train.”