
Thousandth
Common Expression
Often used to stress the frequency of an action, usually out of frustration or exasperation.
You've come in late for the thousandth time!
Not Literal
When 'thousandth' is used figuratively, it does not denote the exact number but implies a lot.
This feels like the thousandth time you've changed your mind
Emphasize Repetition
Can underline that something has happened too many times, often more than what's reasonable.
He's apologized for the thousandth time! Compare with
FractionalInfinitesimalMicroscopic
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