Б114
КАК БОГ СВЯТ
obsoles,
collInvarusu. this
WO 1. (sent adv (parenth) or predic (with subj: это or a clause)) undoubtedly, definitely
as sure as I'm standing here
surelyyou can be darn sure.
2.(sent adv (parenth) or indep. clause) (used to emphasize one's sincerity and trustworthiness) I swear, honestly: I swear it
I swear to God!(as) God is my witnesshonest to God (to goodness)(in limited contexts) I swear before Godcross my heart (and hope to die).
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Б115 →← Б113