Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for what
Interjection
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Why, oh why, do the Rangers keep throwing away almost certain victories in the final minutes of playoff games?—
FILIP BONDY,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2017
Interjection
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Mayor Dean Trantalis and Commissioner Pamela Beasley-Pittman voted no.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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So no, this is the board saying that.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2026
Interjection
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That Haru is even back in the dance studio is a win, and the bonus delight of Fedir only adds to her sense that, hey, maybe this grief thing can be overcome.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
22 Jan. 2026
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And hey, coach Jeff Lebby’s recruiting class included a five-star (cornerback Bralan Womack) and was ranked ahead of Auburn, Missouri … and Indiana!—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2026
Interjection
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The opening ceremony is always, well, celebratory — the athletes are excited to represent their countries, the crowds watching in person and around the world are excited for the competitions to come.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2026
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And whether Bianco actually heeds Hilton’s call to drop out of the race, well, that’s a bit of a long shot, election observers said.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
7 Feb. 2026
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