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for goodness' sake

Definitions

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  • adverb idiomatic, euphemistic Used to express frustration, exasperation, annoyance.
  • adverb idiomatic, euphemistic Used to express surprise or amazement.

Etymologies

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A euphemistic replacement of "God" in for God's sake.

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