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I'll be damned

idiom
Meaning

An expression of surprise.


Examples
SIMPLE

Well, I'll be damned, you actually finished it.

CONTEXTUAL

I'll be damned, I found my lost keys in the pocket of my old coat.

COMPLEX

When the long-lost painting appeared at the local auction, the curator whispered, I'll be damned, it is the original.

Anchors to
Related idioms7entries
  1. 01

    damned if one does and damned if one doesn't

    Of a situation where either choice results in a negative outcome.

  2. 02

    I'll be

    Expressing surprise.

  3. 03

    I'll be a monkey's uncle

    Often preceded by well: expressing complete surprise or disbelief.

  4. 04

    I'll be bound

    An expression of surprise.

  5. 05

    I'll be danged

    An expression of surprise.

  6. 06

    I'll say

    Used to indicate emphatic agreement

  7. 07

    I'll tell you

    Synonym of I can tell you.

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