phew
(used as an exclamation to express disgust, exhaustion, surprise, impatience, relief, etc.): Phew, it's hot!
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How to use phew in a sentence
phew, he could have sex too, so an heir for Downton was assured.
Dan Stevens Blows Up ‘Downton’: From Chubby-Cheeked Aristo to Lean, Mean American Psycho | Tim Teeman | September 19, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThey are one ov the phew who take their house with them, when they go away from home.
The Complete Works of Josh Billings | Henry W. ShawThare are but phew who prefer their iniquity on the haff shell.
The Complete Works of Josh Billings | Henry W. Shaw“phew, Jones; none of us would give much for you,” said Henderson contemptuously.
St. Winifred's | Frederic W. FarrarOut jumped the three lively whips, flew up in the air, and began to beat her—phew!
Old Peter's Russian Tales | Arthur Ransome
"phew, this is getting a little hot for me," said Frank, running his hand through his shock of fair hair.
The Outdoor Girls at Wild Rose Lodge | Laura Lee Hope
British Dictionary definitions for phew
/ (fjuː) /
an exclamation of relief, surprise, disbelief, weariness, etc
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