for goodness' sake
The phrase "for goodness' sake" is a euphemistic expression used to convey strong emotions such as frustration, surprise, or emphasis.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, euphemistic)An exclamation used to express frustration, annoyance, or urgency.
Example
- For goodness' sake, can you please be quiet?
- For goodness' sake, I've told you a thousand times!
B2General
(informal, euphemistic)A phrase used to emphasize a request or command, often to convey a sense of exasperation or impatience.
Example
- Close the door, for goodness' sake!
- For goodness' sake, hurry up!
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(informal, euphemistic)An expression of surprise or amazement.
Example
- For goodness' sake, I can't believe you did that!
- For goodness' sake, that's incredible!
Similar
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