
Cliche
Genre Specific
Cliches can be prevalent in particular literary or film genres, making them predictable.

The haunted house in the horror story felt like a tired cliche.
Context Sensitivity
The context determines whether a phrase is a cliche; different groups may view it differently.

You're the apple of my eye,' may sound cliche in a poem but sweet in a letter.
Avoid in Innovation
In creative writing or speeches, avoid cliches to maintain originality and keep the audience engaged.

Instead of saying 'time will tell', I discussed unforeseeable future outcomes.
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BanalityCommonplacePlatitudeStereotypeTruism
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