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Damn

/dæm/verb / interjection / adjective
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Damn originally means to condemn someone or something to hell or eternal punishment, often in a religious or formal context, but it has evolved into a versatile expletive for expressing frustration, annoyance, or emphasis in everyday speech. In modern usage, it's frequently toned down as a mild swear word that adds punch to conversations without always carrying its historical weight.

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