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What we're talking about here, folks, are clichés,...

2009-05-27T10:06:10.413-05:00

What we're talking about here, folks, are clichés, and the list is endless. The writer who has the brain engaged seeks to avoid clichés, of course, as these mental crutches require fresh thinking.

As for wreaking havoc, my wife (unwittingly) amuses me saying things wreck havoc, so now that's our running joke.

Another pet peeve "various and sundry"

2009-05-26T19:45:03.603-05:00

Another pet peeve "various and sundry"

Does wreaking ball fit there...? B.

2009-05-26T17:57:38.376-05:00

Does wreaking ball fit there...? B.

My "pet peave" is "very unique".

2009-05-26T14:19:04.760-05:00

My "pet peave" is "very unique".

Agreements are never reached, completed, discussed...

2009-05-26T13:33:50.385-05:00

Agreements are never reached, completed, discussed, or decided. They're always hammered out. Writers have been wreaking this blacksmith metaphor upon us although the last administration's formerly hammered president cast havoc in bronze.

Cry "Havoc," and let slip the dogs of war. -- Juli...

2009-05-26T11:51:30.924-05:00

Cry "Havoc," and let slip the dogs of war. -- Julius Caesar, Act III, Scene 1.

As a geek, I have to go with "Cry HAVOC! And let s...

2009-05-26T11:51:21.525-05:00

As a geek, I have to go with "Cry HAVOC! And let slip the dogs of war!" Which is either from Shakespeare or Star Trek depending on the company you're in.

Another combo you rarely hear as separates is "veritable cornucopia". I don't even know if cornucopia come in anything but veritable quantities.

Sure..the VERY incorrect, and always said on TV by...

2009-05-26T11:19:11.058-05:00

Sure..the VERY incorrect, and always said on TV by the newsreaders with
looks of consternation, "totally destroyed." Mike