Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 2

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Street Talk 2
argh [interjection]

used to express frustration, annoyance, or exasperation

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gosh [interjection]

*** used to express surprise or give emphasis

to gulp [verb]

to swallow quickly, often in response to nervousness, fear, or surprise

Ex: She took a deep breath and gulped , trying to steady her nerves .
blah [noun]

pompous or pretentious talk or writing

blech [interjection]

used to convey disgust, disdain, or distaste towards something unpleasant or unappealing

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boom [noun]

a deep, prolonged, resonant, or loud sound

Ex: The drum emitted a heavy boom that shook the hall .
crash [noun]

a sudden loud noise caused by objects breaking or hitting each other

Ex: A crash came from the kitchen when the cupboard door swung open .
gee [interjection]

used to express surprise or astonishment

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jeez [interjection]

used to express surprise or disbelief

Ex: Jeez , I never thought I 'd actually win the raffle !
kaboom [noun]

a loud explosive sound, often used to mimic an explosion or a sudden, dramatic event

Ex: The cartoon featured a dramatic kaboom as the rocket exploded .
ow [interjection]

used to express sudden pain or discomfort

Ex: Ow !
pew [interjection]

used to express disgust or aversion towards something that emits a bad smell

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phew [interjection]

used to express relief or exhaustion, often after a difficult or challenging situation

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piuck [interjection]

used to express disgust or strong dislike, especially in response to tasting or smelling something awful

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to sigh [verb]

to express or convey emotions, such as relief, sadness, or contentment, by releasing a deep audible breath

Ex: With a heavy heart , she sighed her regret for not being able to attend the important family gathering .
smash [noun]

a loud, sudden noise caused by something breaking, hitting, or colliding

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thwack [interjection]

used to represent the sharp, loud sound of something striking a surface, often associated with a firm hit or slap

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wham [interjection]

used to represent a sudden, forceful sound, often associated with a heavy impact or collision

Ex: The door slammed shut with a deafening wham , echoing through the house .
whew [interjection]

used to express relief or the release of tension after experiencing stress, anxiety, or physical exertion

Ex: Whew , I ca n't believe the power came back on after the storm .
whoa [interjection]

used to express surprise, astonishment, or excitement

Ex: Whoa , did you see that incredible dance move ?
whoops [interjection]

used to acknowledge a small mistake, accident, or mishap

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whoosh [noun]

a soft, rushing sound, often made by something moving quickly through the air or water

Ex: The whoosh of the basketball through the net echoed in the gym .
wow [interjection]

used to express a strong feeling of surprise, wonder, admiration, or amazement

Ex: Wow , look at that sunset ; it 's breathtaking .
yikes [interjection]

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

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yipe [interjection]

used to express surprise, fear, or excitement, often in response to a sudden shock or unexpected event

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yuck [interjection]

used to express disgust or strong dislike towards something

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yum [interjection]

used to express pleasure or satisfaction related to taste, often in response to something delicious or appetizing

Ex: Yum , these cookies just melt in your mouth .
zap [interjection]

used to represent the sound of a sudden electrical discharge, a quick impact, or a sharp, high-pitched noise

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zowie [interjection]

used to express surprise, excitement, or enthusiasm, often in response to something impressive or impactful, including a physical attack or intense action

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