Meaning & use
shucks
An expression of mild disappointment, embarrassment, or modest dismissal, often used humorously.
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'Aw, shucks,' he said, blushing, when everyone applauded his speech.
Shucks, I forgot to bring the dessert I promised to make.
A note on using this word
Shucks has an old-fashioned, folksy American tone and is often used playfully rather than to express genuine distress.
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