give a darn

A form of give a damn — To be concerned about, have an interest in, to care (about something).

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becarebothercareconcern oneselfheedmindrecktrouble oneself
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Meanings

verbgive a darn (third-person singular simple present gives a darn, present participle giving a darn, simple past gave a darn, past participle given a darn)

present singular third person gives a darn · participle present giving a darn · past gave a darn · participle past given a darn

  1. euphemisticEuphemistic form of give a damn.

    Synonyms: becare, bother, care, concern oneself, heed, mind, reck, trouble oneself

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Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “give a darn,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/give%20a%20darn.

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