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Heck

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Express Mildness

Used to soften a statement, sound less offensive than using harsh words.

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Where the heck have you been?
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Colloquial Emphasis

Add emphasis in casual conversation, not usual in formal contexts.

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How the heck did you do that?
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Express Frustration

Can indicate a speaker's frustration without being rude or vulgar.

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I can't figure this out, what the heck!
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