Some words or phrases are so overused, they become meaningless and/or have lost their connection to their true definition or intention. I really dislike these words and terms, and try to avoid them in speech and writing. (George likes to irritate me by using them more.)
Here are some of my entries in the TOO MEANINGLESS TO USE list:
Here are some of my entries in the TOO MEANINGLESS TO USE list:
- Blindside (perhaps unique to reality TV)
- Bucket list
- Just saying
- Literally
- No offense/with all due respect
- Outside the box
- Perfect storm
- Spoilers/spoiler alert
- Win-win
Much better to be precise, interesting, and individual in your communication!
What words or phrases would you add to the list?
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