1. used to express mild annoyance or emphasis
Usage: informal; euphemistic

1. used to intensify or emphasize
Usage: informal; euphemistic

1. used to express mild frustration or surprise
Usage: informal; euphemistic

Examples

• That doggone cat got into the garbage again.
• I can’t find my doggone keys anywhere.
• It’s doggone hot outside today.
• This problem is doggone difficult to solve.
• Doggone it, I forgot to call her back!
• The doggone car won’t start this morning.