what the hell
Example Sentences
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At an event last month, Trump said “I don’t know what the hell we’re going to do” in regards to the potential offering.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
“Twenty-five years ago, Jay realized there were increasing concerns on Teton Pass, so he said, what the hell, I’m going to go up there and help,” said Kofinas.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025
For those who might unfortunately view that video and wonder what the hell he’s talking about, let me elucidate: Johnson is trying to get podcaster Joe Rogan to fight him.
From Salon • Jun. 27, 2025
“I almost blame Duncan more, because he was in the position, as Ron’s best friend, to stop this whole thing and say, ‘Wait a minute, Nathan, what the hell are we talking about here?’”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025
No one comes up to ask what the hell I’m doing, although I know my mom and Decca and Kate, if she’s home, must hear the pulling and scraping across the floor.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
