phew

Example Sentences

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“I was like, phew, I finally did it,” Grattan said.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2020

“Captaining your country, going out at Wembley, captaining Arsenal to 10 trophies, playing your first game – they’re all amazing things. But, phew, saving people’s lives takes it out of all context.”

From The Guardian • Jan. 31, 2020

“I don’t know how many kilometers I was alone - phew, it was a bit risky but I tried to up the pace and I really profited.”

From Washington Post • Jul. 17, 2018

And then it's a unanimous 'yes' and you're like, 'oh phew!

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2014

Genie braced for that argument to start back up when, phew, Ernie came out the door.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds