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Cliches@ idioms, similes, metaphors - with thanks to the Grammar Monster: grammar-monster.com

Types of Cliches

There are various types of cliches. For example:


Proverbs.

A proverb is a short, well-known saying that states a general truth or a piece of advice. For example:

  • A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

  • A leopard cannot change its spots.

An idiom is commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its word. For example:

  • I am over the moon.

  • You have a Sword of Damocles hanging over you.

  • I'll take any port in a storm.

A catchphrase is a well-known term, especially one that is associated with a particular famous person. For example:

  • "Come on down!" (The Price Is Right)

  • "Yabba dabba doo!" (Fred Flintstone)

  • "You're fired!" (Donald Trump or Alan Sugar from The Apprentice)

A simile is a figure of speech which compares one thing with another to create an analogy. For example:

  • This is about as much use as a chocolate teapot.

  • He drinks like a fish.

A metaphor is a figure of speech which states one thing is another to create an analogy. For example:

  • That will put the final nail in the coffin.

  • I am banging my head against a brick wall here.

 

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