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R-rated

American

[ahr-rey-tid] / ˈɑrˌreɪ tɪd /

adjective

(of a motion picture) suitable for those under 17 years of age only when accompanied by an adult.
mature, adult, or vulgar: R-rated jokes.

R-rated language;
R-rated jokes.

Etymology

Origin of R-rated

First recorded in 1965–70; R ³ ( def. ) + rate ¹ ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Amazon MGM's other recent efforts have included Melania, about the US First Lady, and the R-rated thriller Crime 101, with the forthcoming Masters of the Universe set for release in June.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

But every original PG-13 or R-rated movie like “Sinners” that gets adults to theaters without their children feels like a miracle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025

The original may have been R-rated and extraordinarily violent, but it also has its own action figure line.

From Salon • Nov. 12, 2025

The 2023 film ended up grossing over $975 million globally, a staggering sum for an R-rated historical drama.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

“I’m not allowed to watch R-rated movies!” a kid behind Jonah screamed.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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