phew
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of phew
First recorded in 1595–1605
Example Sentences
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Most readers probably got no further than that: Phew, democracy saved and all!
From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024
A month before Takeoff died, he and Quavo released an album, “Only Built for Infinity Links,” under the name Unc & Phew — short for uncle and nephew.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2023
Amid rumors the group had permanently disbanded, Takeoff and Quavo launched a new effort this year under the moniker Unc & Phew.
From Washington Post • Nov. 1, 2022
Phew, we’re past the two big pieces and can get you onto more news.
From The Verge • Nov. 30, 2021
"Phew, Chester,” I said, "what are you wearing that awful thing for? It smells!”
From "Bunnicula" by Deborah Howe and James Howe
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