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Stone the crows

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Emphasize SurprisePlay
Use it to stress your shock or unexpected amazement at something. SlideStone the crows, there's snow in April!
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Rarely UsedPlay
It’s an old-fashioned phrase and not common in modern English conversation. SlideI guess I'd say 'stone the crows' if I were in a period drama.
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Not LiteralPlay
Remember, it’s not about actual stones or crows. No harm is meant to birds! SlideStone the crows, is that your car? It's huge!
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