crikey
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of crikey
First recorded in 1830–40; probably euphemistic alteration of Christ
Example Sentences
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“It’s only now people are saying it that I’m thinking, “Oh, crikey, maybe it is a big deal.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
He urged anyone else in a similar position to take "whatever help you are offered, by crikey, take it because it really does help in the long run".
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2022
As a cynical old pro you tend to think 'well he cannot keep this up' but crikey, every goal he has scored has been a wonder goal.
From BBC ● Dec. 24, 2013
“I’m 69 now, crikey, the sands of time are drifting through.”
From New York Times ● Mar. 29, 2011
"Oh! crikey," cried Pat, "here's a new screw come; what has he been, I wonder?"
From Six Years in the Prisons of England by Frank Henderson
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