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Darn

usgb/dɑːrn/Volume
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Informal Frustration

Expresses mild irritation without using stronger curses, suitable in casual situations.

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Darn, I left my keys at home again!
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Softened Expletive

A polite alternative to 'damn', can be used around children or in public to avoid offense.

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I can't believe we lost the game, darn it!
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Cultural Appropriateness

While common in North American English, 'darn' may not be understood or appreciated elsewhere.

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He was darn excited, but his British friends were confused by the word.
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