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heaven only knows

heaven only knows is the alternative form of God knows.

Meaning of God knows

Phrase

God knows

  1. It is only known to God; it is unknown to people.
    • Don't touch that! God knows who else put their hands on that thing!
  2. (often) It is known unto God; it is certainly true.
    • God knows many kids don't like going to school!

Questions about heaven only knows

What is heaven only knows the alternative form of?
Heaven only knows is the alternative form of God knows.

Words near heaven only knows in the dictionary

  1. heaven helps those who help themselves
  2. heaven knows
  3. Heaven Lake
  4. heaven of heavens
  5. heaven on a stick
  6. heaven only knows
  7. heaven spot
  8. heaven spots
  9. heaven tree
  10. heaven trees
  11. heaven-sent

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