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ugh

American  
[ookh, uhkh, uh, oo, uhg] / ʊx, ʌx, ʌ, ʊ, ʌg /

interjection

  1. (used as an exclamation expressing disgust, aversion, horror, or the like.)

noun

  1. the sound of a cough, grunt, or the like.

ugh British  
/ ʊx, ʊh, ʌh /

interjection

  1. an exclamation of disgust, annoyance, or dislike

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Etymology

Origin of ugh

First recorded in 1670–80, of expressive origin

Example Sentences

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“Ugh, cramps are the worst. You okay? Need anything?”

From Literature

One possible concern heading into the project was whether the family’s off-screen dynamics translated into something legitimately special on-screen or merely a lot “Ugh, mom” or “Whatever, dad” moments of behind-the-scenes tension.

From Los Angeles Times

“I can’t imagine living by myself, but sometimes my pop . . . ugh. He’s in a snit about this new movie.”

From Literature

“Ugh, no thank you,” Celia says.

From Literature

Ugh, fine Meet me outside at 8 am?

From Literature

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