cliches

[US]/[ˈklɪʃiː]/
[UK]/[ˈklɪʃiː]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A phrase or expression that is overused and lacks originality.; A predictable or uninspired act or scene in a work of art, film, or literature.
v.To use cliches.
adj.Overused; lacking originality.

Phrases & Collocations

avoid cliches

full of cliches

using cliches

cliches abound

told cliches

overused cliches

reject cliches

cliches are tired

filled with cliches

common cliches

Example Sentences

the speech was full of tired cliches about chasing dreams.

we need to avoid using cliches and be more original in our writing.

the movie relied too heavily on predictable cliches of the genre.

i'm tired of hearing the same old cliches about hard work paying off.

the politician's speech was riddled with political cliches.

let's try to steer clear of tired cliches in our presentation.

the novel suffered from a reliance on well-worn cliches.

it's important to recognize and avoid common writing cliches.

the script was weakened by the overuse of romantic cliches.

we want to create something fresh, not just recycle old cliches.

the author skillfully avoided falling into the trap of cliches.

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