as in oh
how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable
my word, how that child has grown!
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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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But, oh no, that was seven years ago, and she’s bounced around with six international teams and two WNBA teams since.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Overriding that, maybe this loss is one more reminder to Heat brass that, no, this roster is not good enough.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
Interjection
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Even though this exercise can be kind of a pain in the butt (ha), there are a few benefits to doing it.—
Jenny McCoy,
Outside,
17 Mar. 2026
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Florid ha’s shot above 42% from deep in each of its last five games.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Interjection
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Oh gee, is that supposed to be me in the video with the goatee?—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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As the spigot closed, inflation spiked (gee, maybe there’s a connection?) and the economy slowed, the state budget went from a whopping surplus to stubborn deficits.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
6 Aug. 2025
Interjection
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Neon Carnival Neon Carnival hits a major milestone this year, celebrating 15 years as one of the festival weekend's most exclusive, invite-only parties known for attracting A-list stars (hey Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce!—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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And hey, complaining apparently works!—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
8 Apr. 2026
Interjection
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And when the Knicks did win, well, the Celtics didn’t have Brown.—
Mike Lupica,
New York Daily News,
11 Apr. 2026
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And fashion, well, a lot of those styles and trends are coming back!—
Sari Hitchins,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2026
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