why on God's green earth
why on God's green earth
Used to ask a question about the reason for or explanation of something while emphasizing one's utter irritation or incredulity. We're just about to sit down for dinner, so why on God's green earth would you give the kids candy now? Now why on God's green earth would I want a table that doesn't even stand up anymore?
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