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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Like Streep, Orman discovered her self-worth and reached new heights of career success after saying no—to none other than Oprah Winfrey.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 June 2026
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Or, no, that is Jeremy Strong, because Strong is simply too recognizable to physically disappear into the role of Zuckerberg, but the voice clinches it.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Interjection
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Among the many celebrities featured in the collection, Morten Harket, the frontman of the synth-pop band A-ha, was clearly a favorite.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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An a-ha moment arrives quietly, but meaningfully, as the moon harmonizes with Chiron.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 June 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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But hey, at least Glory gets to go home.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 June 2026
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But hey, there’s stuff that Jose Siri can do that the other Siri can’t.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Interjection
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End in Thornton for dinner and a tour at Thornton Distilling, where water for the spirits comes from an artesian limestone well dating from the 1800s.—
Midwest Living,
Midwest Living,
12 June 2026
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The high-waist design is so supportive, the Nulu fabric is buttery-soft and sweat-wicking, and the leggings are a staple for workouts, errands, and well, anything.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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“My word.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/my%20word. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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