for goodness' sakes

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1. •
   (euphemistic) Used to express frustration, exasperation, annoyance.

   • 'For goodness' sakes, Father,' cried Emma, the bright tears in her eyes drying because her eyeballs were so hot and angry, 'for goodness' sakes, Father, the idea of acting - so - horrid. — 1928
2. •
   (euphemistic) Used to express surprise or amazement.

   • For goodness' sakes!" Fannie broke out in surprise when she saw Molly there. "For goodness' sakes! Where you been hiding these days?" — 1943
3. •
   (euphemistic) Used for emphasis.

   • Learn to play a reed instrument; do not borrow money; do not lend money; do not make money — [laughter] — and for goodness sakes, do not lose money. — 1994