hackneyed expression
[/ˈhæknid ɪkˈsprɛʃən/]
nounpl: hackneyed expressions
expressão batida
1. A phrase or saying that has been used so often that it has lost its original impact, freshness, or meaning; a cliché
The phrase 'at the end of the day' has become a hackneyed expression in business presentations.
A expressão 'no final das contas' tornou-se uma expressão batida em apresentações de negócios.
2. An overused figure of speech or idiomatic phrase that lacks originality or creativity
Using 'love is like a rose' is a hackneyed expression in romantic poetry.
Usar 'o amor é como uma rosa' é uma expressão batida na poesia romântica.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, hackneyed expressions are generally criticized in professional writing, journalism, and creative work as they signal lazy thinking or lack of effort. However, in casual conversation and advertising, they may be used intentionally for comic effect or to create a sense of familiarity. Brazilian Portuguese speakers often use 'expressão batida' or the anglicism 'clichê' when discussing writing quality in academic or professional settings.
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