heaven knows
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Heaven knows it wasn’t her clothes; our little watch shop had never made much money.
From Literature
A gift from the tsar was something to brag about, and heaven knows Madame Babushkinov liked to brag about her dacha.
From Literature
“All right, Mrs. Penworthy,” Lord Fredrick said, feigning interest, “you’ve some experience taking care of babies, I expect? Heaven knows I don’t.”
From Literature
Heaven knows that’s been my 2025.
From Los Angeles Times
It wasn’t until more recently, first with “Where Are You” and later “Heaven Knows,” that Rodríguez began to explore a more retro and soulful approach.
From Los Angeles Times
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