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cripes

[krahyps]
–interjection
(used as a mild oath or an exclamation of astonishment.)

Origin:
1905–10; appar. euphemistic alter. of Christ
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cripes   (krīps)   
interj.  Used to express annoyance, anger, or dismay.

[Alteration of Christ.]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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