I'mma
AmericanEtymology
Origin of I'mma
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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As he and podcast co-host Rone laughed at the idea of Beverley making the traditional White House visit with the NBA champions, Beverley again declared, “If they win … I’mma get that ring.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2023
“So, man, just send over your resume. 17 years. Damn. But I’mma make sure I get you in front of the right grill, brother.”
From Washington Times ● Apr. 25, 2023
"I mean, he's my quarterback. He's my guy. He stuck by us, I'mma stick by him," Garrett told TMZ Sports in a recent interview.
From Fox News ● Feb. 27, 2022
I would just watch these guys work and even small things that they would do, I’d say, ooh, I’mma steal that.
From New York Times ● Jan. 5, 2022
"Ain't nobody trying to be Bolt. I'mma be better than Bolt. Plus, at least I got on running clothes. You out here in your daddy's gear pretending to be something you not."
From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds
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