“Unravel the Secret to Captivating Writing: Ditch the Clichés and Ignite Your Creativity!”
Clichés: love them or hate them, they sneak into our writing when we least expect it. You know the ones I mean — phrases that have been said so many times they’ve lost all originality. Ever heard “avoid clichés like the plague”? Ironically, that’s a cliché itself! So, can we ever find a valid reason to keep them around, or should we toss them out like last week’s leftovers? In this article, we’ll dive deep into the murky waters of clichés in writing. We’ll explore what they are, how to spot them, and whether they ever deserve a second chance. By the end, you may just have a fresh perspective on this writer’s conundrum. So, let’s get started! LEARN MORE
Should you avoid clichés in your writing?
There are many writing tips that tell us what to avoid in our work: We should keep adverbs to a minimum. Don’t use verbiage, which is excessive and unnecessary language. Watch out for info dumps. And avoid clichés.
