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Interjections of Disapproval and Dismay

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boo
1.
boo
Interjection

used to vocalize disapproval, dissatisfaction, or disdain, particularly in response to something disliked or unwelcome

The singer forgot the lyrics.Boo!

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2.
tsk tsk
Interjection

used to express disapproval, disappointment, or reproach

Tsk tsk, I can't believe you didn't finish your homework again.

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3.
good riddance
Interjection

used to express relief or satisfaction at the departure or removal of someone or something undesirable

I threw out all the old junk we never use.Good riddance!

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grow up
4.
grow up
Verb

to change from being a child into an adult little by little

Many children dream of what they want to be when they grow up.

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how dare you
Interjection

used to express strong disapproval, condemnation, or outrage at someone's actions or behavior

I can't believe you said that.How dare you?

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language
6.
lang
uage
Noun

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

He wants to become bilingual and speak multiple languages fluently.

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if you say so
Interjection

used to indicate reluctant acceptance, skepticism, or resignation regarding someone's statement or assertion

You say the movie was amazing?If you say so.

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rubbish
8.
ru
bbish
Noun

unwanted, worthless, and unneeded things that people throw away

Please take out the rubbish before the garbage truck arrives in the morning.

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shame on you
Interjection

used to convey disapproval, disappointment, or reproach towards someone for their actions, behavior, or decisions

You said you would help me move, but you didn't show up.Shame on you for breaking your word!

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tut
tut
Interjection

used to express mild reprimand, disapproval, or disappointment in response to someone's actions, behavior, or words

Tut-tut, you forgot about the meeting again?

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objection
11.
ob
jec
tion
Interjection

used to express disagreement, opposition, or protest towards something that has been said or proposed in legal contexts, debates, and negotiations

Objection, Your Honor!The witness's testimony is based on personal knowledge.

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12.
(about|high) time
Phrase

used to indicate that something should have happened or been done earlier

It's about time you start taking your health seriously and prioritize exercise.

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13.
good grief
Interjection

used to show that one is shocked, annoyed, or surprised

Good grief, is it that time already?

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14.
yikes
Interjection

used to express shock, alarm, or apprehension about a situation

Yikes!You look really pale, are you feeling okay?

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