释义 |
for pity's sake for pity's sakeA mild oath of surprise, exasperation, annoyance, frustration, or anger. For pity's sake! I haven't seen you in years! Would you let me finish my story, for pity's sake? Oh for pity's sake, I just had the car fixed and now you've put a dent in it!See also: sakefor God’s, heaven’s, pity’s, etc. ˈsake used to emphasize that it is important to do something; used to show that you are annoyed about something: For God’s sake try and control yourself! ♢ Do be careful, for goodness’ sake. ♢ Oh, for heaven’s sake!(Some people find the use of God here offensive.)See also: sakeFor pity’s sake! verbSee For Pete’s sake! |