In a world full of stories and sayings we’ve all heard before, clichés often get a bad rap for being unoriginal. But what if there’s more to them than meets the eye? Clichés, like “race against time” or “rising from the ashes,” actually pack a punch of emotion and meaning. They’re like shortcuts in language that instantly bring up powerful images and feelings. So, let’s take a closer look at clichés, explore some common ones, and see how they can actually make our stories richer.