Great Scott
Americaninterjection
Etymology
Origin of Great Scott
1880–85; Scott, euphemism for God
Example Sentences
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This week, host Scott Pelley was also fired after he confronted newsroom leadership about the culling in a tense staff meeting.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
The clip was shown on NFL Network’s “NFL RedZone,” with host Scott Hanson calling out Brady for his apparent lack of enthusiasm.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2024
As "SportsCenter" host Scott Van Pelt put it: "Sports is important. And suddenly it's not."
From Salon • Jan. 7, 2023
Former Radio 1 Chart Show host Scott Mills recently told fellow DJ Greg James on his Unpopular Opinion slot that artists are making music with TikTok in mind.
From BBC • Sep. 8, 2022
CBS host Scott Pelley pressed Mr. Ellison, asking why he did not charge Chauvin with a hate crime under Minnesota law.
From Washington Times • Apr. 27, 2021
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