Get into/keep bad company

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To start spending time with or continue being with people who have a bad influence.

Parents worry about their children getting into bad company at school.
Visual representation of "get into/keep bad company" - To start spending time with or continue being with people who have a bad influence.

Often appears as...

  • falling into bad company
  • worried about keeping bad company

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Avoiding Judgment

This phrase should be used carefully to avoid unfairly judging others by the company they keep.

Illustration for Avoiding Judgment
Just because he was seen with them once doesn't mean he's getting into bad company.
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Social Influence

The phrase often suggests that the 'bad company' could lead someone to make poor choices due to peer pressure.

Illustration for Social Influence
Ever since she got into bad company, her grades started slipping.
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Parental Concern

It is commonly used by parents or guardians expressing worry about their children's social circles.

Illustration for Parental Concern
My mom's always lecturing me about keeping bad company.
Visual representation of the word "Get into/keep bad company"

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