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clichéd

[klee-sheyd, kli-] / kliˈʃeɪd, klɪ- /


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The Morelli sibs’ involvement gets more and more fruitlessly complicated, though Messrs. Ivanir and Kuzum get to stretch beyond what at first seem clichéd roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

And yes, you best believe he is not singing any pop genre that an NYU sophomore would like, but instead treacly worship music with painfully clichéd lyrics.

From Salon • Jan. 12, 2026

Many called it a fine example of cultural collaboration, but others argued it relied heavily on clichéd imagery and lacked authentic representation of India.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

There’s no shortage of films that tackle the tragedy-ridden life of painter Frida Kahlo, whose image has now become clichéd iconography.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2024

“I know, I sound like the world’s most clichéd teenager, but I’m dreading it.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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