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sweet Jesus

idiom

Used to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.


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  1. 01

    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.

  2. 02

    have Jesus in one's heart

    To be a firm believer in the Christian faith.

  3. 03

    home sweet home

    Expressing contentment or relief at residing in or returning to one's own home.

  4. 04

    Jesus, Mary and Joseph

    Expletive, used in surprise, in disgust, or to add emphasis, particularly by Catholics.

  5. 05

    keep someone sweet

    To keep someone friendly or satisfied by complying with their wishes or preferences.

  6. 06

    make baby Jesus cry

    To provoke a negative reaction due to being offensive, unpleasant, immoral, etc.

  7. 07

    sweet dreams

    Said to someone before they fall asleep, wishing them a good sleep.

  8. 08

    sweet fuck all

    Fuck all.

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