jeez

[ jeez ]

interjection

1. (used as a mild expression of surprise, disappointment, astonishment, etc.)

Word History and Origins

Origin of jeez¹

1920–25, Americanism; euphemistic shortening of Jesus

Example Sentences

“Um, jeez putting me on the spot here” he said with his voice trailing off.

From The Daily Beast

And I thought, jeez, does he hafta do that every time he leaves the house?

From The Daily Beast

I thought, jeez, if I got struck by lightning, I wonder how long it will take for someone to find my body.

From The Daily Beast