phew

/fjuː/
interjection
  1. Used to express relief, exhaustion, or that something is over or avoided.
    • Phew, I'm glad that test is finally finished.
    • Phew, we just made it to the airport on time.
    • Phew, that was a close call with the car.
  2. Used to express that something is very hot, tiring, or difficult.
    • Phew, it's really hot outside today.
    • Phew, climbing all those stairs was exhausting.
    • Phew, this math problem is harder than I thought.
  3. Used to express surprise or shock at something unexpected.
    • Phew, I didn't expect to see you here!
    • Phew, you scared me jumping out like that.
    • Phew, that was a loud noise.
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