golly

Example Sentences

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It’s an argument that Superman’s golly gee spirit is his greatest asset, no subversion necessary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Jerry’s this loving, sweet man and I think I’m that also, but Jerry is also a little too naive too: “Oh, golly gee,” while my humor is dark and blue.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2024

I don’t agree with a lot of what they believe politically, but, by golly, they are personally what we all should be like.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 30, 2022

“At the end of the race, golly, I was just happy it was over,” Mu said.

From Washington Post • Jul. 25, 2022

But by golly, I had my missing last chapter.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns