Same old, same old

Pro Tip 1/3

Inherent negativity

Implies boredom or dissatisfaction with the lack of variety.

She sighed when asked about her day, responding with 'same old, same old.'

Pro Tip 2/3

Reply to 'How are you?'

Often used as a non-specific, casual response to questions about well-being or current status.

When I asked Joe how he was, he just said 'same old, same old.'

Pro Tip 3/3

Conversational filler

Can serve as a filler in conversations where the speaker has little to report or wants to avoid details.

Catching up with old friends often leads to 'same old, same old' chitchat.