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Umpteenth

usgb/ˌʌmpˈtiːnθ/Volume
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Slight Frustration

Expresses a bit of irritation or exasperation about repeated actions or situations.

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For the umpteenth time, stop leaving your toys on the floor!
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Informal Usage

Best used in casual conversation; it can seem out of place in formal writing or speeches.

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I've seen this movie for the umpteenth time and still love it.
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Not Literal

It doesn't mean a specific number, rather it indicates an unspecified, large number.

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I've been to this café umpteen times this month.
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