deuce it
Example Sentences
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Kecmanovic, though, wins four points in a row ... only to be diddled by an incredible lob; deuce it is, then again when Monfils nails a blazing forehand.
From The Guardian • Jan. 23, 2022
In truth, Mr. Bamberger, possessed by his inspiration, was wondering why the deuce it had never occurred to him until this moment.
From Brother Copas by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir
The sense of solitude at Roselawn made the outside world something so remote and apart that there was genuine curiosity to discover what the deuce it had been doing with itself during the house-party's retreat.
From The Parts Men Play by Baxter, Arthur Beverley
Poor old Buggins had a customer and couldn't make out what the deuce it was all about!
From Kipps The Story of a Simple Soul by Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)
Suddenly appeared Richard, with his mother in his face; and before his father had time to settle what the deuce it could mean, the apparition spoke.
From There & Back by MacDonald, George
