dang
Americanverb (used with object)
interjection
Etymology
Origin of dang
First recorded in 1780–90
Example Sentences
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But their reaction, she noted, ran along the lines of, “Ah, dang it — but we understand.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
As for Fama, I realized I had neglected, dang, to ask him about SpaceX.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
Speeches that deviate from the ubiquitous laundry list of thank yous always get more attention, whether they’re political or not, for the simple reason that they’re so dang unusual.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 13, 2026
“There’s some dang nice cars driving around base,” the 29-year-old said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 1, 2025
Turning his face towards the window, which was a block of bright sunshine, he exclaimed, “But gosh a’mighty. Love honey, it’s so much more to look at now! Hit’s like watchin’ a dang sunset.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
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