The rural NC equivalent was "I swan." Some linguists believe it derives from the phrase, "I am sworn," to indicate sincerity.
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forgive this Aussie born but what does that mean? Thank you?
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Thank you. :)
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I had an employee for 25 years who swanee'd and good-gravy'd things on a frequent basis.
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We use the saying in Kentucky. “I’ll Sewanee to you”!
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Flatter than a flitter
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Well, Suwannee me. This southern expression is/was used in Kentucky, as well.
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Matt. 27. 52?
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