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good gracious
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used to express one's surprise at something that has been said or done
Formal
Idiom
Old useWhat is the origin of the idiom "good gracious" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "good gracious" can be traced back to the use of "gracious" as an exclamation expressing surprise, often in a polite or genteel manner. "Gracious" itself is a word that has been used in the English language to convey emotions such as surprise, astonishment, or approval for several centuries. It is used to express polite surprise, astonishment, or amazement.
Example
Good gracious, you've really outdone yourself with this dinner.
¡Dios mío! Realmente te has superado con esta cena. ¡Es absolutamente deliciosa!
When I saw the final score of the game, I could only mutter, ' Good gracious,' as it was an unexpected victory.
Cuando vi el marcador final del juego, solo pude murmurar: ¡Dios mío!, ya que fue una victoria inesperada.
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