Definition of wownext
as in hey
used to show that you are very surprised or pleased Wow! This is delicious! Oh, wow! I can't believe you came!

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Recent Examples of wow Best Family Sports Sedan BMW 5 Series The 5 Series’ comprehensive makeover will wow everyone in the car. Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026 And just being around him was just like, wow. Chris Willman, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026 But wow, the resemblance is uncanny! Fleurine Tideman, Glamour, 16 Feb. 2026 Want to wow your dinner guests? Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wow
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Interjection
  • Well, spring football practice — but, hey, that’s better than nothing, right?
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2026
  • And hey, no one can complain about free parking.
    Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
Interjection
  • Florid ha’s shot above 42% from deep in each of its last five games.
    Noah White, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Good manners and charm go a long way – ha!
    Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026

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“Wow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wow. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.

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