Jesus, Mary and Joseph
idiomExpletive, used in surprise, in disgust, or to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.
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come to Jesus
To experience or display a conversion or recommitment to Christianity or to undergo a related ritual, especially a public confession of one's sins or weaknesses.
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have Jesus in one's heart
To be a firm believer in the Christian faith.
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make baby Jesus cry
To provoke a negative reaction due to being offensive, unpleasant, immoral, etc.
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Mary Celeste
A ship found empty of all people, in good condition, seemingly abandoned on the high seas; a ghost ship.
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sweet Jesus
Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.
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sweet Mary
Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.
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sweet Mary mother of God
Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.