"my lands" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [English]

Etymology: Related to land sakes. Head templates: {{en-interj}} my lands
  1. (chiefly US, somewhat dated and rustic) An expression of surprise or dismay. Tags: US
    Sense id: en-my_lands-en-intj-sKhB~Aeb Categories (other): American English, English entries with incorrect language header

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          "text": "Oh? At your age? Oh... the youth of today shock me... My lands...",
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