hackneyed

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

repeated too often; commonplace; old-hat; shopworn; threadbare

Part of speech:

Adjective

Example sentences with this word:

Just when you thought neckties were becoming a hackneyed gift item, along comes the Grateful Dead collection.

Have a nice day has become something of a hackneyed expression.

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