whoa, Nelly

English

Etymology

From whoa! (a command to slow or stop) +‎ Nelly (a common name for a mule or horse).

Interjection

whoa, Nelly

  1. an exclamation of surprise, especially one in response to an unexpected acceleration of speed
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