for heaven's sake

Idioms  

1. see for the sake of, def. 3.

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Example Sentences

“Rowdy,” I whispered, “for heaven’s sake, don’t do anything now. Those monkeys are worth more money than we’ll ever see the rest of our lives. If you make any noise and scare them away, I’ll tie you in the corn crib for a year, and I won’t even give you a drink of water.”

From Literature

“For heaven’s sake, Jay Berry!”

From Literature

“Oh, for heaven’s sake,” Mama said, “something has to be done.”

From Literature

“Oh, for heaven’s sake,” Mama said, “now that will be enough out of you, young lady. You shouldn’t be saying things like that.”

From Literature

“Oh, for heaven’s sake, Jay Berry,” Mama said, “you don’t expect me to believe that, do you?”

From Literature