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(special) snowflake

A derisive term for a person (often a young person) who acts or is judged to act entitled to special treatment or opportunities. Generations of students before you have read this book with no gripes about its content, and you will too—you're not special snowflakes.

snowflakes

verb

See snow

See also: snowflake

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Youngsters were invited to a special Snowflake tree unveiling last night, featuring choir performances and a guest appearance from Father Christmas and his Reindeer.

Pupils'snowflakes are a cut above the rest

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