Jesus, Mary and Joseph, you scared me!
Jesus, Mary and Joseph
idiomExpletive, used in surprise, in disgust, or to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.
Origin
disputed originFrom origins in prayer, reciting the names of the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary, and Joseph) and calling to them for intercession.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, look at the size of that bill for just one dinner.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I cannot believe you actually agreed to work on such a dangerous project.
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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.