tarnation

And yet I still haven't found my wallet. :-\

I think Hell could be described as a "vast and inexplicable place." The netherworld.

Well, actually, now that I think about it, arby, you're probably right. I was just leaping to conclusions from the usage I've heard.

Interesting, Asativum! I always thought it was a euphemism for Hell.

tmyn

I LOVE tarnation. It always makes me think of Yosemite Sam -- and he always makes me laugh!

Roughly a synonym for the world, or some equally vast and inexplicable place. Uses include "what in tarnation do you think you're up to" and "where in tarnation is my wallet?"