Clichés & Why They Are Not Always Bad

Clichés & Why They Are Not Always Bad

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.

In the world of investment, timing is everything, and for the entrepreneur, it’s a constant race against time. Read the article to the end and comment on whether you think the clichés in bold are used effectively or not, and why.
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I Wish & If Only

I Wish & If Only

In continuation of our Conditionals series of posts, we’d like to devote this one to 2 very commonly used constructions – “I wish” and “if only.” Meaning-wise, both express wishes and hopes. However, note that we don’t have to use them to talk about the future every time. All you need to know about this grammar is in this article, including practical exercises, so read on…

I wish I would become a real writer one day.
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Third & Mixed Conditionals

Third & Mixed Conditionals

Welcome back to our exploration of conditionals! If you’re joining us for the first time, don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through. This post marks the exciting next chapter in our journey through conditional sentences. But before we delve into the complexities of third and mixed conditionals, let’s make sure we’re on the same page. Have you checked out our first article, “Zero, First, and Second Conditionals”? It’s available here. Trust us, understanding these basics will make the upcoming topics much easier to grasp. So, if you’re ready, let’s get started!

If we hadn’t stopped at the sunflower field, I wouldn’t have such a lovely picture!
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