noes
Related to noes: news, Neos, Moes
oh noes
slang A humorous variant of "oh no," an exclamation of alarm, dismay, or disbelief. Used primarily in text messages and online communications. A: "I heard we're having a pop quiz tomorrow!" B: "Oh noes! I haven't been keeping up with the readings :-O " Oh noes! I can't believe they killed my favorite character in the series!
See also: noes, oh
the noes have it
The majority has voted against something. Though many felt sure the funding bill would be passed, last-minute defection by several key senators has meant that the noes have it.
See also: have, noes
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
the noes have it
the negative votes are in the majority. Compare with the ayes have it (at aye).See also: have, noes
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- oh noes
- (for) land('s) sake(s) (alive)
- Are you having a laugh?
- (my) goodness
- atcha
- back at you
- back atcha
- Land o' Goshen!
- Ding, ding, ding, we have a winner!
- hoo-rah