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element of surpriseThe strategic advantage one has over one's opposition due to the supposed ignorance of the other party.Rate it:

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surprise surpriseAn indication that the unsurprising happened, especially contrary to someone's hopes or assertions.Rate it:

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in one's elementIn a situation which is entirely appropriate or familiar.Rate it:

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out of one's elementIn a situation which is unsuitable, unfamiliar, or unenjoyable.Rate it:

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somewhat of a surpriseNot a complete surpriseRate it:

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les bras me tombent de surprise (or, m'en tombent)I am struck dumb with surprise.Rate it:

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quelle surpriseWhat a surprise. "Quelle surprise.".Rate it:

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quelle surpriseWhat a surprise.Rate it:

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holy mackerelAn expression of surprise.Rate it:

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i'll beAn expression of surprise; the same as saying "Isn't that something?" (unexpected); Short version of "I'll be damned," "I'll be darned" or the more clean version, "I'll be a monkey's uncle."Rate it:

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i'll be damnedAn expression of surprise; also said "I'll be darned", "I'll be danged", or simply, "I'll be", often with the word "Well" in front of it.. Also said as, "I'll be a monkey's uncle"Rate it:

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i'll be dangedAn expression of surprise; also said "I'll be darned", "I'll be danged", or simply, "I'll be", often with the word "Well" in front of it. Also said as, "I'll be a monkey's uncle"Rate it:

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jiminy cricketAn expression of surprise or annoyance; a euphemism for Jesus Christ used in place of swearing or taking the Lord's name in vainRate it:

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name of the gameThe essential element (needed to reach the principal goal or objective); the overall purpose.Rate it:

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turn up for the bookA very unexpected, usually pleasant, surprise.Rate it:

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i'll be a monkey's uncle(often preceded by well) expressing complete surprise or disbeliefRate it:

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well, i neverAn exclamation of great surprise.Rate it:

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fuck meAn expression of surprise, contempt, outrage, disgust, boredom, frustration, or of dismay at undesired events happening to oneself.Rate it:

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holy shitExpression of terror, awe, surprise, shock, etc., often at something seen for the first time or remembered immediately before using this term.Rate it:

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mercuryA silvery-colored metallic chemical element, liquid at room temperature, with atomic number 80 and symbol Hg.Rate it:

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Sight for Sore EyesA pleasant and good surprise, an unexpected thing that can relieve you of your troubleRate it:

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well, well, wellIndicating pondering or consideration, often with sarcasm or mock surprise.Rate it:

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holy catfishExpression of terror, awe, surprise, astonishment, etc.Rate it:

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eh bienExprime la surprise ou l’admiration à l’instar de « eh ».Rate it:

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f*** me sidewayswhen something takes you by surprise or annoyingRate it:

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front page newsFront page news is an expression of surprise or of such extraordinary consequence or concept so as to be considered worthy of a front page newspaper note.Rate it:

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let the cat out of the bagA figure of speech relative to someone revealing an important event or secret to the world thereby spoiling the entire thrust of a surprise.Rate it:

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mautadine de crime binneExclamation populaire plutôt non-dépréciative manifestant l’étonnement, la surprise.Rate it:

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oh boyMarque l’étonnement, la surprise, la stupéfaction.Rate it:

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strike me pinkan exclamation of surpriseRate it:

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holy fuckExpression of terror, awe, surprise, shock, etc., often at something seen for the first time or remembered immediately before using this term.Rate it:

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take abackTo surprise or shock; to discomfit.Rate it:

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what are the oddsUsed to express surprise for an unlikely outcome.Rate it:

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for goodness' sakeThis interjection expresses surprise or amazement.Rate it:

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let the cat out of the bagTo reveal a secret. Monique let the cat out of the bag when she told Courtney about the surprise birthday party.Rate it:

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ace up one's sleeveA surprise advantage of which others are not aware.Rate it:

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ye godsYou gods! Used to express surprise or incredulity.Rate it:

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aïe, aïe, aïeExclamation pour exprimer l’étonnement devant un ennui, une surprise désagréable.Rate it:

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back on one's heelsIn a state of unease, surprise, or bewilderment, especially such that one's functioning or performance is detracted upon; Forced into a position of disadvantage, retreat, or poor performanceRate it:

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ben coudoncInterjection exprimant une résignation, parfois mêlée de surprise ou d’incompréhension.Rate it:

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ben voyons doncInterjection exprimant la surprise ou l’indignation, le scepticisme, le rejet d'une affirmation, etc.Rate it:

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blow meExpressing surprise; I'll be blowed; blow me down.Rate it:

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blow me downA cry of surpriseRate it:

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bonne sainte AnneExpression qui exprime la surprise ou l’émotion.Rate it:

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by george, i think she's got itan expression used to express surprise or satisfaction when someone finally understands or accomplishes something; See also "By Jove, I think he's got it"Rate it:

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by jove, i think he's got itan expression used to express surprise or satisfaction when someone finally understands or accomplishes something; see also "By George, I think she's got it"Rate it:

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c'est pas possibleExprime l’incrédulité, la surprise, l’exaspération.Rate it:

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ça alorsExprime la surprise, l’étonnement.Rate it:

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câline de binneExclamation populaire plutôt non-dépréciative manifestant l’étonnement, la surprise ou la déception.Rate it:

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catch nappingTo surprise; to take advantage of the lack of watchfulness of.Rate it:

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