What level is the word "on earth"?

"on earth" is a A2 (Elementary) vocabulary word.

What is a synonym for "on earth"?

Synonyms for "on earth": for heaven's sake, why.

What is the opposite of "on earth"?

The opposite of "on earth" is: no reason, unnecessary.

On earth

Q: Which TV shows or movies use the word "on earth"?

"on earth" appears in: Peppa Pig, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Desperate Housewives, Emily in Paris, Friends, Gilmore Girls, Gossip Girl, Grey's Anatomy, How I Met Your Mother, Parks and Recreation, Suits, The Big Bang Theory, The Crown, The Office, Young Sheldon, Breaking Bad.

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What does "On earth" mean?

used for emphasis in questions

Synonym: for heaven's sake, why Opposite: no reason, unnecessary

"On earth" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Grandpa Pig what on Earth are you doing
— Peppa Pig S5E24

so what on earth are you doing?
— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E11

But why on earth would you need a condom?
— Desperate Housewives S1E15

Who on earth could he find to replace me?
— Emily in Paris S3E8

Why on earth would I understand this?
— Friends S2E11

NOW WE CAN DISCUSS WHAT ON EARTH YOU COULD POSSIBLY BE THINKING.
— Gilmore Girls S1E14

How on earth does one lose models?
— Gossip Girl S2E5

Why on Earth would you think I would sleep with someone else?
— Grey's Anatomy S10E19

"On earth" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 16 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

Peppa Pig Brooklyn Nine-Nine Desperate Housewives Emily in Paris Friends Gilmore Girls Gossip Girl Grey's Anatomy How I Met Your Mother Parks and Recreation Suits The Big Bang Theory The Crown The Office Young Sheldon Breaking Bad

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