Holy Cow

What it means

An exclamation of surprise, mild enough to say in front of anyone.

Where it comes from

It is a minced oath, a way of starting a blasphemy and swerving. American baseball broadcasters made it famous, with both Harry Caray and Phil Rizzuto using it as a signature call.

The puzzle it came from

Holy Cow was the answer to the Phrasicle of October 23, 2025. The clue read ____ ____, and the words came out of a grid where every neighbouring pair makes a two-word phrase.

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