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Interjections - Interjections of Disapproval and Dismay

These interjections are used when the speaker wishes to express criticism for someone's behavior or actions or to react to something unexpected and unpleasant.

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Categorized English Interjections
boo
boo
[interjection]

used to vocalize disapproval, dissatisfaction, or disdain, particularly in response to something disliked or unwelcome

Ex: The singer forgot the lyrics. Boo! 
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tsk tsk
tsk tsk
[interjection]

used to express disapproval, disappointment, or reproach

Ex: Tsk tsk, I can't believe you didn't finish your homework again. 
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good riddance
good riddance
[interjection]

used to express relief or satisfaction at the departure or removal of someone or something undesirable

Ex: I threw out all the old junk we never use. Good riddance! 
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grow up
grow up
[interjection]

used to express exasperation or disapproval towards someone who is behaving immaturely or irresponsibly

Ex: I can't believe you're still arguing about this trivial issue. Grow up! 
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how dare you
how dare you
[interjection]

used to express strong disapproval, condemnation, or outrage at someone's actions or behavior

Ex: I can't believe you said that. How dare you? 
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language
language
[interjection]

used to express surprise, shock, or disapproval in response to something someone has said

Ex: Language! We don't use that kind of word in this house. 
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if you say so
if you say so
[interjection]

used to indicate reluctant acceptance, skepticism, or resignation regarding someone's statement or assertion

Ex: You say the movie was amazing? If you say so. 
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rubbish
rubbish
[interjection]

used to express disbelief, disagreement, or disapproval of something that has been said

Ex: Rubbish! He's the best candidate for the job despite what his opponent say. 
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shame on you
shame on you
[interjection]

used to convey disapproval, disappointment, or reproach towards someone for their actions, behavior, or decisions

Ex: You said you would help me move, but you didn't show up. Shame on you for breaking your word! 
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tut-tut
tut-tut
[interjection]

used to express mild reprimand, disapproval, or disappointment in response to someone's actions, behavior, or words

Ex: Tut-tut, you forgot about the meeting again? 
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objection
objection
[interjection]

used to express disagreement, opposition, or protest towards something that has been said or proposed in legal contexts, debates, and negotiations

Ex: Objection, Your Honor! The witness's testimony is based on personal knowledge. 
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about time
about time
[interjection]

said to show one's relief or satisfaction after an annoying wait for something that was supposed to happen a long time ago

Ex: About time! The bus finally arrived after waiting for an hour. 
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good grief
good grief
[interjection]

used to show that one is shocked, annoyed, or surprised

Ex: Good grief, how did the kitchen get this messy? 
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yikes
yikes
[interjection]

used to express shock, alarm, or apprehension about a situation

Ex: Yikes! You look really pale, are you feeling okay? 
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