What does "For goodness sake" mean?
exclamation of frustration or urgency
"For goodness sake" in a sentence
Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.
Harry, for goodness sake.
— Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Well, oh, come in, for gosh sake.
— Parks and Recreation S2E21
For goodness sake!
— Sherlock S2E1
Oh, for goodness sake, Dwight!
— The Office S9E2
Oh, for goodness sake!
— Zootopia
"For goodness sake" in TV shows & movies
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