CLICHES
A cliche is an opinion, or a phrase, that is overused. Some say that it betrays lack of original thinking. It is an expression used so many times that the meaning is rather lost.
Many cliches have meanings that are quite obvious, whereas others are only clear if you know the context.
Cliches can be 'true' or 'false'. They can also be figurative or literal.
Many cliches have meanings that are quite obvious, whereas others are only clear if you know the context.
Cliches can be 'true' or 'false'. They can also be figurative or literal.
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Cliche
In the nick of time... Time will tell... Lasted an eternity... Don't get your knickers in a twist... All that glitters is not gold... At the end of the day... |
Meaning
Just in time. Something will become clear over a period of time. Lasts a very long time - or it feels as if it does. Stop fretting/worrying about something unimportant. Not everything that looks good/precious turns out to be so. When everything else has been considered. |
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Literal Cliche
To tell the truth. |
Meaning
You are literally going to tell the truth. |
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Figurative Cliche
It's raining cats and dogs. |
Meaning
It's raining heavily. |
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Context-Driven Cliche
'So you think I'm made of money!' |
Meaning
Implies that you don't actually have any money. |
