English Midwest of United States of America, United States

Bumfuck, Egypt

Slang USED On Occasion BY some people

In Midwest US area a lot of people will say 'Bumfuck, Egypt' for an obscure far-away country or place.

"Yeah, they moved to Bumfuck, Egypt. Super remote and snowplows don't even go on their road".

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English Northern Midwest (particularly Minnesota), United States

Uff-da

Interjection USED Frequently BY Almost Everyone

A common exclamation in the northern United States. The term originates from Norway and is thought to be brought to the states by Scandinavian immigrants in the 19th century. Used in cases of surprise, shock, or relief. Also commonly used as a sympathetic response to hearing slightly unfortunate news.

"Make sure you wrap up nice n' warm today; it's a cold one out there." "Uff-da, it sure is!"

English Midwest, United States

bread and butter

Expression USED On Occasion BY Most People

“Bread and butter” means someone’s livelihood or how they make a living. It’s always used together, in this order, and as a singular noun.

“Tourism is the bread and butter of many island countries.” “Did you grow up on a farm?” “Yeah, it was our bread and butter.”

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English Midwest, United States

ope

Interjection USED Frequently BY Almost Everyone

(interj.) • Interjection used to indicate surprise and/or mild disappointment. Frequently followed by the word “well.”

“Ope, well, guess we can’t see the movie anymore” *gets bumped into by someone* “ope, watch yourself!“ “Ope, well, then I guess I don’t know, then”

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