dang

[dang]

verb (used with object)

1. damn (used euphemistically).

dang

/ dæŋ /

interjection

1. a euphemistic word for damn damn damn damn

Word History and Origins

Origin of dang¹

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

“I would say he’s a better man than he is a coach, and he’s a pretty dang good coach,” Woodhouse said.

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“I know I can act. But when I look at good acting, I go ‘dang, I could never do that’.”

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We were on tour for dang near two years.

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There's no doubt a fair segment of Steves's loyal fanbase that associates him exclusively with fairytale castles and scenic boat rides, as the genial television host who describes Iceland as a "dang popular" destination.

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“Our bullpen and our starting staff is pretty dang good,” Scott said.

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Related Words

• darned 
• lousy