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Idiom: For Pete's Sake

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Euphemistic variant of for Christ's sake, for God's sake; "Pete" either invoking Saint Peter or influenced by for pity's sake.

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Used to express frustration, exasperation, annoyance

Example: "For Pete's sake, get off the computer! You've been on there for ages!"

Example Sentences

1
Can you please stop making so much noise for Pete's sake?
2
I've been waiting for Pete's sake, when will this train arrive?
3
Would you hurry up and finish your homework, for Pete's sake?
4
Why are you crying? What happened, for Pete's sake?
5
Can you put your phone away during the movie, for Pete's sake?

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