cliche
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:Her speech was cliché-ridden and didn't impress the audience.
Definition:containing many cliches, lacking originality
Example:Avoid using stock cliches in your writing; try to come up with something fresh.
Definition:a frequently used phrase or expression
Example:The phrase 'content is king' is a cliché du jour in digital marketing.
Definition:a currently popular or widely used phrase or expression
Example:Adding 'for seniors' to the cliché 'golden years' doesn't really add much value.
Definition:a phrase or element that adds little to a cliché
Example:The phrase 'frozen in time' can be a cliché in English and often is in other languages as well.
Definition:a phrase or expression in a foreign language that has the same qualities as a cliché in the original language
Example:Her choice of words was a turn-of-phrase cliché, lacking any real depth or meaning.
Definition:a phrase used in a cliché way, often lacking originality
Example:Marketing teams should avoid overusing clichés in their campaigns to maintain their effectiveness.
Definition:a marketing phrase that has been overused
Example:Everyday conversation can be marred by the overuse of clichés like 'the early bird catches the worm'.
Definition:a phrase that is frequently used in casual conversation, often to the point of being overused
Example:While using a cliché in humor might get a laugh, it might not earned the respect of the audience.
Definition:a joke or punchline that relies on an overused situation or finding
Example:Some authors might want to steer clear of certain character traits that are clichés in the genre.
Definition:a phrase or expression in literature that has been overused
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