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Interjections - Religious Interjections

These interjections are used as a plea to or an acknowledgement of a higher power in different contexts, such as praying or expressing surprise.

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god
god
[interjection]

used to express surprise, emphasis, frustration, or other strong emotions

Ex: Oh, God, I can't believe that just happened! 
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Christ
Christ
[interjection]

used to express surprise, shock, or frustration

Ex: Christ, that was a close call! 
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lord
lord
[interjection]

used to express surprise, astonishment, or disbelief in reaction to unexpected events

Ex: Lord, that was a frightening experience. 
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Jesus
Jesus
[interjection]

used to express surprise or shock

Ex: Jesus, that was a close call! 
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Jesus, Mary and Joseph

used to express surprise, shock, or frustration

Ex: Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, what were you thinking? 
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mother of God
mother of God
[interjection]

used to convey shock, awe, or intense emotion

Ex: Mother of God, that's the most beautiful sunset I've ever seen! 
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Christ almighty
Christ almighty
[interjection]

used to express strong emotions such as surprise, frustration, disbelief, or exasperation

Ex: Christ almighty! I can't believe you just did that! 
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God almighty
God almighty
[interjection]

used to express a range of emotions, including awe, surprise, frustration, or exasperation

Ex: God Almighty, look at the size of that waterfall! It's breathtaking. 
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good (Lord|God|Heavens)
good Lord
[interjection]

used to show disbelief, shock, or surprise at something that has been said or done

Ex: Good Lord, who left the front door wide open? 
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hallelujah
hallelujah
[interjection]

used to celebrate victories, express relief, or acknowledge blessings

Ex: Hallelujah! We praise you, Lord, for your mercy and grace. 
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amen
amen
[interjection]

used after a prayer or a statement of faith to affirm the sentiments expressed

Ex: May the Lord bless us and keep us. Amen. 
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bless me
bless me
[interjection]

used to express surprise, amazement, or even frustration

Ex: Bless me, that was quite a shock! 
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for (Christ's|God's|goodness') sake
for Christ's sake
[interjection]

used when one is angry, frustrated, or surprised by something

Ex: For God's sake, stop shouting; I can hear you perfectly well. 
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oh my God
oh my God
[interjection]

used to express shock, surprise, or excitement, particularly on social media or in text messages

Ex: OMG, I can't believe you got the job! 
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dear God
dear God
[interjection]

used in moments of intense emotion, especially when appealing to a higher power or expressing a strong reaction to a situation

Ex: Dear God, did you see what just happened? 
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hand to God
hand to God
[interjection]

used to emphasize the truthfulness or sincerity of a statement

Ex: Hand to God, I didn't take your money. I swear. 
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God forbid
God forbid
[interjection]

used to express a strong desire to avoid a negative outcome or to prevent something undesirable from happening

Ex: They haven't heard from their son in days. God forbid, he might be in trouble. 
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God willing
God willing
[interjection]

used to express the speaker's hope, desire, or intention for something to happen in accordance with divine or higher power's plan or permission

Ex: We'll meet again next year, God willing. 
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thank God
thank God
[interjection]

used to express gratitude, relief, or appreciation for a positive outcome or for avoiding a negative situation

Ex: I finally found my lost wallet. Thank God! 
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