phew
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of phew
First recorded in 1595–1605
Example Sentences
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This postseason features two rising-star rookie quarterbacks, at least two Week 1 rematches and one big phew.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 5, 2025
“I don’t know how many kilometers I was alone - phew, it was a bit risky but I tried to up the pace and I really profited.”
From Washington Post ● Jul. 17, 2018
And then it's a unanimous 'yes' and you're like, 'oh phew!
From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2014
But I had a lot more fun watching the performances this week than I ever expected, so that's a great big "phew" from the peanut gallery, and I'll eventually learn to trust the producers.
From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2010
Genie braced for that argument to start back up when, phew, Ernie came out the door.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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