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Confound it/you!

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Emotional IntensityPlay
The phrase adds strong emotion, often without genuine anger. SlideConfound it! That’s the third time this week.
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Archaic MildnessPlay
Considered old-fashioned and milder than modern swear words. SlideOh, confound it! I missed the bus again.
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Humorous TemperPlay
Sometimes used humorously to mock frustration. SlideConfound it, where have those elves hidden my shoes?
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