fiddlesticks

Definition

The minced oath your grandmother uses instead of actual curse words, expressing mild frustration without offending anyone's delicate sensibilities. It's what happens when "oh bugger" needs to be kindergarten-friendly. Somehow still conveys annoyance despite sounding like a Medieval fair attraction.

Example Usage

Oh fiddlesticks, I forgot my phone at home again!

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=fiddlesticks&defid=5406)

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