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Definition of what

as in why

how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable what! I can't believe we won!

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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

Definition of why

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On that occasion, Chelsea rejected PSG’s claims, saying the delay had been caused by a technological issue (no, not a fax machine).

— Oliver Kay, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Spanx, Pistola, and Splendid also have styles for up to 64 percent off — no, that’s not a typo.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

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Other highlights include Billie’s (Lucy Freyer) fixation with feeling young, Julian Manjerico’s return as the absolutely unhinged Zack-Carlos and a brilliant penultimate episode about casual use of the C-word (hey, the British do it).

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Or, hey, why not just take advantage of the cheaper hotel rates and airfare while most families are wrapped up at school?

— Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of hey

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Zachary Wigon directs, and Maika Monroe stars as Winifred Notty, a governess who tries and fails not to be a complete, well, psycho in this irreverent, gory horror.

— Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 14 Sep. 2026
Antonio Williams, Caleb Douglas lead the rookie wideouts As a prospect, the Commanders’ Williams was praised by scouts for his hands and ball-skills, and, well … credit to the scouts.

— Andy Behrens, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

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