gosh

interjection

\ˈgäsh,

ˈgȯsh\

Definition of gosh

—used as a mild oath or to express surprise

Examples of gosh in a Sentence

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Oh my gosh, that weird eyebrow trend, [feather brows], where people are parting their brows in the middle is so crazy. — Devon Abelman, Allure, "Aly & AJ on Their Post-Disney Beauty Routines and Go-To Drugstore Mascaras," 16 Aug. 2017 Gosh, all these questions...) *** HOUSES OF THE MONTH: Several homes of music icons are currently on the market. — The Plain Dealer, cleveland.com, "Housing in Cleveland's Gateway District has rich history," 31 July 2017 Location: 17th and Wazee streets in downtown Denver Registration fee: $46/adults from March 1-11; $50/adults on race day; $30/youth 17 and under, seniors (60 plus) Website: rotg.org Oh my gosh. — Erica Boniface, The Know, "The best Colorado road races and fun runs of 2017," 4 Mar. 2017 Wes Anderson's films are riveting, but their legacy can also be attributed to that fact that each one looks so gosh darn beautiful. — Carlye Wisel, ELLE Decor, "Wish You Could Live In A Wes Anderson Movie? Here's How," 13 Feb. 2014

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gosh

interjection

English Language Learners Definition of gosh

—used to express surprise or mild anger

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