The term BY GOSH! is an exclamation of surprise or amazement. It is often used as an alternative to more profane expressions. The crossword solutions for this term are GEE (3 letters), EGAD (4 letters), and YIPE (4 letters). GEE is an expression of surprise, EGAD is an exclamation of dismay, and YIPE is an expression of fear or alarm. All three words are used to express strong emotion and are often used in place of more profane language.