DAD-BLASTED is an expression of frustration or anger, usually used as a milder alternative to profanity. The crossword solutions for this term are all similar expressions of frustration or anger, such as DOGGONE (7 letters), DRATTED (7 letters), DEUCED (6 letters), DARNED (6 letters), EFFIN (5 letters), DOGGONED (8 letters), and GOSHDARN (8 letters). All of these words are considered to be less offensive than profanity, but still express strong emotion.