uh

[uh, uhn]

interjection

1. (used to indicate hesitation, doubt, or a pause.)

2. huh.

Word History and Origins

Origin of uh¹

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

“I, uh, I still got tomorrow morning to pack, though, don’t I?”

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“Uh … Tano still thinks that I’m his mother, but I think Nansi wants to take my sunsum. Something about creating a new goddess or a new mother, and then working with her to destroy the world.”

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“Uh…” I close my eyes for a moment and focus.

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“Uh…” Is the omnipotent Sky God asking me what to do?

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“Uh … nothing’s happening,” I say to Autumn, my heart starting to beat faster.

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