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by Penny The Wise on August 6th, 2007
I think what they were saying was "Jolly Hell" (H-e-double-hockey-sticks) as kindof an exasperated thing to say. That sounds like it comes from the UK.
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Omg I thought it was a quaint tea and crumpet phrase what a mess the agony!!!
by loveschimps on August 6th, 2007
This is only my assumption, but I'd be willing to bet a dollar on it. :P
by Penny The Wise on August 6th, 2007
Did they say it on AB? Do you have a link? What situation was it said in?
by Penny The Wise on August 6th, 2007