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adjective

Definition of dangnext
as in freaking
deserving of one's condemnation or displeasure we need to go shovel the dang snow again

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dang

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adverb

as in damn
to a great degree we've driven too dang far to turn around now

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dang

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verb

as in to darn

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dang
  1. darn
  2. cursed
  3. damned
  4. extremely
  5. terribly
  6. very
  7. too
  8. incredibly
Verb
  • Shops will be open, luminarias will be lit, and as twilight envelops the town, everyone gathers in Upper Park (above the steps on Main Street) for the lighting of the Christmas tree and pretty much the whole darned park.
    Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 15 Nov. 2024
  • By now, there’s little to no reason to not think of this squad as the WNBA’s best, name recognition be darned.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 12 Oct. 2024
Definition of darn
Adjective
  • There are not only graphic battles of intense color and design but also psychedelic trips, including a trippy one inside the cursed realm of warrior god Hoenir’s head.
    Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 19 Sep. 2024
  • The cursed man is William Hickman, a merchant who lived there with his family beginning in 1596.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of cursed
Adverb
  • Still, Moore is pretty damned great — this could almost be her Fly.
    Tom Gliatto, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Calla is trying her damned best not to sound angry.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2024
Definition of damned
Adverb
  • Courtney Hiatt, who graduated from the cadet academy in April, said hearing how firefighters dealt with their mental health was extremely helpful.
    Fernanda Figueroa, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The photo instructions in the kit are extremely helpful here.
    Beka Garris, Outdoor Life, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of extremely
Adverb
  • But there is something terribly wrong with a friend who brings an uninvited guest, especially one who openly criticizes the host and the food.
    Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Post-wash, the texture is a little more relaxed and slightly wrinkled, though not terribly so.
    Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of terribly
Adverb
  • The tutorials are very informative, and produce real-world results like illuminating an LED, activating a buzzer, and other fun projects).
    Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
  • On the grill: Believe it or not, grilling is a very healthy way to cook meat.
    Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of very
Adverb
  • Keith has turned Danni down too many times and can feel the tension from her.
    Emma Soren, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Gift cards, too, are simply cash by another name, only restricted to specific stores.
    Allie Volpe, Vox, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of too
Adverb
  • Buck Bedding Areas Buck bedding areas are incredibly productive spots throughout the early season, pre-rut, and late season.
    Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The lineup is an incredibly solid mix of Latin music styles, ranging from regional Mexican to various kinds of pop.
    Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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