Geez Louise is an exclamation used to express surprise, frustration, or mild annoyance. It appeared in American English in the mid-20th century as a euphemistic variation of "Jesus" combined with the rhyming, playful addition "Louise," allowing speakers to react strongly without swearing. People used it in everyday speech, radio, and family-friendly media. Today it sounds whimsical, mild, and inoffensive, often adding a humorous or exaggerated tone to expressions of astonishment or frustration.

What is the origin of the exclamation "geez louise" and how is it used?

“geez louise”的英语定义和含义

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