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golly

[gol-ee] / ˈgɒl i /
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gosh
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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

Oh by gosh, by golly, it’s time for this week’s Slate News Quiz.

From Slate • Dec. 13, 2024

But, by golly, she has still been clocking in at the Garberville Pharmacy in neighboring Humboldt County.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2023

It’s rare that NFL teams set up succession plans, but by golly if that’s not how league insiders are interpreting recent coaching machinations by the Patriots and Cowboys.

From Washington Post • Jan. 31, 2023

“By golly, she is going down the chute!” said Mr. Salt, staring through the glass door at his daughter.

From "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl




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