why on Earth
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- (idiomatic) used to add emphasis to "why" when beginning a question.
- Why on Earth are you pouring vinegar in your drink?
Synonyms edit
- why in the world
- why the dickens (euphemistic)
- why in God's name (profane)
- why the Devil (mildly vulgar)
- why the fuck (vulgar, slang)