phew
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interjection
\a voiceless bilabial fricative usually followed by a voiceless (y)ü or ue sound; often read as ˈf(y)ü\
Definition of phew
1 —used to express relief or fatigue
2 —used to express disgust at or as if at an unpleasant odor
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PHEW Defined for English Language Learners
phew
play
interjection
\a voiceless bilabial fricative usually followed by a voiceless (y)ü or ue sound; often read as ˈf(y)ü\
Definition of phew for English Language Learners
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—used to show that you are relieved, tired, hot, or disgusted
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