argh

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Gosh is an exclamation used to express surprise, amazement, or mild emphasis. It appeared in English in the late 17th to early 18th century as a euphemistic substitute for "God," part of a long tradition of softening sacred names in speech. People used it to react to unexpected events, strong feelings, or emphasis without offending religious sensibilities. Today it is inoffensive, polite, and slightly old-fashioned, often giving a gentle or whimsical tone rather than strong emotion.

What is the origin of the exclamation "gosh" and how is it used?

gosh

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to gulp

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blah

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blech

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boom

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crash

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Originating in the 19th century as a soft exclamation of surprise or emphasis, gee is a mild euphemism for "Jesus" that became common in rural and polite American speech. Its tone is old-fashioned and somewhat quaint today, though it retains usefulness for expressing amazement, delight, or mild astonishment in a wholesome, inoffensive way.

What is the origin of the exclamation "gee" and how is it used?

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Derived as a euphemistic minced oath for "Jesus," jeez or geez appeared in early 20th-century American slang as a way to express frustration, annoyance, or surprise without overt blasphemy. Its usage spans casual speech, comics, and everyday exclamations, maintaining strong expressive force while remaining socially acceptable. Modern speakers typically use it to convey impatience, disbelief, or exasperation in informal contexts, and it works in both mild complaints and shocked reactions.

What is the origin of the exclamation "jeez/geez" and how is it used?

jeez

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kaboom

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phew

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piuck

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to sigh

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smash

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thwack

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wham

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whew

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whoa

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whoops

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whoosh

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"Wow" is an interjection commonly used in English to convey a sense of awe or excitement. "Wow" can be uttered in response to something impressive, unexpected, or remarkable. It is a versatile word that can express a wide range of emotions depending on the context and tone of voice.

What is the context of use of 'wow'?

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yikes

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yipe

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yuck

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zowie

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En Närmare Titt: Lektion 2

En närmare titt - Lektion 2

A Closer Look: Lesson 2

A Closer Look-Lesson 2