English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "for pete's sake who the hell is it" Mean?

Learn what "for pete's sake who the hell is it" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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For Pete's sake, who the hell is it?

It is an angry, impatient way to ask who someone is.

From Married To My Brother’S Ex, Episode 18

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone reacts angrily and demands to know who the person is.

Usage Scenario

Use it in a heated conversation when you are frustrated and want an answer now. The profanity makes it rude and confrontational.

Better ways to say it

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Who the hell is he?

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