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crapola
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used to dismiss something as nonsense or disappointing
Euphemistic
Slang
What is the origin of the exclamation "crapola" and how is it used?
Crapola is a slang exclamation used to dismiss something as nonsense, low-quality, or disappointing. It appeared in American English in the mid-20th century, building on the word crap with the playful suffix -ola to make it sound informal or humorous. People used it to react to bad news, mistakes, or anything considered worthless, often in a joking or mildly frustrated way. Today it is lightly vulgar but generally inoffensive, sounding informal, comic, or old-fashioned rather than seriously obscene.
Examples
He said, "Crapola!" when he saw the broken chair.
