Try a cliché

A cliché is a phrase or picture which describes an abstract idea, and has been overused and boring. A cliché states the obvious to listeners and it would be used with the intention to paint a picture on your discussion.

When trying a cliché it is important that you do not contradict your point as the cliché might make you seem less competent. A cliché can be used to present your argument and exaggerate the premise you intend on proving. A cliché used to exaggerate your meaning would definitely add value and life to your discussion. It gives your listeners and viewers a moment to relax their minds, while allowing you to give your viewers bits of obvious information which does not need to be given much thought.

Clichés allow you convey your ideas, for example; “he is a lazy pig”, meaning the person is lazy and does not put much effort into getting things done. Another obvious phrase which is a cliché would be, “working like a dog” stating that the person is a hard worker. These phrases have been overused, while it still discusses the idea the reader or writer aims convey. Many examples of clichés do not offend people; they say nothing, while I do disagree with this as it does depend on how you phrase the words.

Clichés can be fun to use depending on how you present it, it will not hurt to try them as even though they have been used and are obvious, they still add life to you picture you are trying to paint.