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jinkies

Interjection CEFR C2 Specialized
ˈd͡ʒɪŋk.iz

Definitions

Expressing surprise or amazement.

Examples

“"Jinkies, that's the man from the dart game!" Velma exclaimed.”
Jinkies! Tweety's Back!”
““Jinkies, Holly,” I said calmly. “Hold your horses.””
MEANWHILE... “JINKIES! WE'RE TRAPPED!! IF ONLY I BROUGHT MY AUTO-LASER!” “BUT AT LEAST YOU GOT ME OUT OF THOSE PERVERT-SKELETONS' CLUTCHES WITH THE BEAM-SABER.” “JUST STAY BEHIND ME, GINA. I CAN HOLD THESE CREEPS OFF UNTIL HELP ARRIVES...””

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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