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Phew

//fjuː// intj

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Intj
  1. 1
    Used to express relief of tension, fatigue, or surprise.

    "Phew, that took a long time to cook!"

  2. 2
    Used to show disgust.

    "Phew, it stinks in here!"

Etymology

Attested since the early 17th century. An onomatopoeia for rapid exhalation, as one may make when a trying situation is over, or in order to get rid of an unpleasant odour. Compare Scots feuch, Spanish fu, Czech fuj, and many more such forms.

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