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Discover LudwigThe phrase "for pete's sake" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used to express frustration or exasperation about a situation. Example: "For pete's sake, can we please just agree on a time to meet?"
Idiom
For Pete's sake.
This is used as an exclamation to show exasperation or irritation.
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No, but for Pete's sake it's a talking electronic parakeet.
After It's a Royal Knockout, for Pete's sake.
CHENEY: He's got two eyes, for Pete's sake.
It's in the party platform, for Pete's sake.
Especially if he's already been inside you, for Pete's sake.
That's — I'm running for office, for Pete's sake.
He's obligated to contact authorities by law for pete's sake.
"For Pete's sake, look at this".
For Pete's sake, I'm already an Everyman.
We might be Seattle, for Pete's sake.
"For Pete's sake, she kicked a bunny!
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