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clinche

 

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Term: Clinche

Description:

As a noun, clinche refers to a phrase or expression that has been overused and has lost its original impact or novelty. It is often considered trite or cliched. As a verb, clinche means to secure or settle something decisively.

Sample Sentences:

  • He used a tired clinche like "time will tell" instead of offering a unique perspective.
  • The writer's overuse of clinches made the story predictable and uninteresting.
  • Her clinche about love being a battlefield was met with collective eye-rolls.
  • The team's victory in the championship clinched their spot in the playoffs.
  • She clinched the award for "Best Actress" with her outstanding performance.

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