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weal
well-being, prosperity, or happiness.
the intervening time.
a somewhat prolonged, sharp, shrill cry, as of pain, fear, or surprise.
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Origin of goddamn

1400–50; late Middle English. See God, damn

Words nearby goddamn

god-man, godard, godavari, godcast, godchild, goddamn, goddamned, goddamnit, goddard, goddard, robert h., goddaughter
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Example sentences from the Web for goddamn

  • An outburst consisted of his suddenly springing to his feet with a scowl and announcing: "Goddamn it, I don't belong here!"

    Ten From Infinity|Paul W. Fairman

  • Goddamn it, Taber, just what in blazes is going on around here?

    Ten From Infinity|Paul W. Fairman

British Dictionary definitions for goddamn

goddamn
/ (ˈɡɒdˈdæm) informal, mainly US and Canadian /

interjection Also: God damn

an oath expressing anger, surprise, etc

adverb Also: goddam, goddam, goddamned

(intensifier)a goddamn fool
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