why oh why
The phrase "why oh why" amplifies the emotional intensity of asking 'why,' typically used to express strong feelings of frustration, regret, or bewilderment.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Used to express a heightened sense of frustration, regret, or bewilderment about a situation.
Example
- Why oh why did I agree to this?
- Why oh why can't things ever go right?