What level is the word "for goodness sake"?

"for goodness sake" is a B1 (Intermediate) vocabulary word.

What is a synonym for "for goodness sake"?

Synonyms for "for goodness sake": for heaven's sake, for Pete's sake.

The opposite of "for goodness sake" is: calmly, peacefully.

"for goodness sake" appears in: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Parks and Recreation, Sherlock, The Office, Zootopia.

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exclamation of frustration or urgency

Synonym: for heaven's sake, for Pete's sake Opposite: calmly, peacefully

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

This word appears in 5 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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