to have the painters in

Definition

A euphemistic British phrase meaning someone is menstruating, often used to explain why a person might be irritable or in a bad mood. It's a colorful way to acknowledge that time of the month without being crude.

Example Usage

Sarah's been snappy all week—she must have the painters in.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=to%20have%20the%20painters%20in&defid=1215882)

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