I'll be damned
An expression of surprise.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Well, I'll be damned, you actually finished it.”
“I'll be damned, I found my lost keys in the pocket of my old coat.”
“When the long-lost painting appeared at the local auction, the curator whispered, I'll be damned, it is the original.”
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be taken ill
To become ill.
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bird of ill omen
A person who brings bad news.
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damned if one does and damned if one doesn't
Of a situation where either choice results in a negative outcome.
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do ill
To harm, to injure.
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do one's damnedest
To do one's utmost; to make every effort or to try every possible approach or way.
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house of ill fame
A brothel
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I'll be
Expressing surprise.
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I'll be a monkey's uncle
Often preceded by well: expressing complete surprise or disbelief.
Last updated August 10, 2026