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The Power of Toxic Tongues: The Echoes of Verbal Villains that Send Chills Down Your Spine

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Have you ever heard a phrase or saying that just makes your skin crawl? Perhaps it’s the overuse of a certain phrase or the way it’s said that just gets under your skin. Well, you’re not alone! There are plenty of phrases that people absolutely can’t stand. From cringe-worthy business jargon to annoying catchphrases, read on to find out what phrase makes people’s blood boil.

Cliche expressions 

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One Redditor said, “New year, new me” I just loathe people who use that.”

Another Redditor added, “Anything that has to be done “for the children!”. You just ruined your logical argument with a weak play on emotion.”

Buzzwords

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A user wrote, “My Truth” It’s the ultimate cope for people who don’t want to face reality.“ 

Overused sayings

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One user replied, “The phrase “they only mess with you because they like you!” Like, please, abuse isn’t someone liking me….”

A second user commented, “Suck it up, buttercup” That warrants a throat punch.”

Corporate lingo

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A user replied, “The customer is always right” is invariably quoted by either an obsequious bootlicking manager or the biggest Karen you’ve ever met.”

Another said, “Any office jargon. ‘I don’t have the bandwidth…’ ‘We should stop lower looping and get back on track…’, ‘The sustainability of the synergy…’

Comparative Sayings

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A Redditor wrote, “Some people have it worse.” alright, I didn’t ask for you just to tell me that my problems don’t mean anything just because some people go through worse things. It’s not nice to compare hardships when I find the courage to confide in you.”

A second Redditor commented, “​​There are people struggling more than you.”

Trendy slang 

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One Redditor simply wrote, “Yas, queen!” 

Another Redditor added, “just living my truth.” Eyeroll”

Baby talk 

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A popular comment was “Daddy.”

Another was “baby mama drama.”

Offensive slurs 

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One person said, “It’s offensive to [group]” Why don’t you let someone from that group actually speak.”

Passive-aggressive remarks 

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A Redditor commented, “No offense, but…”garbage. Just own it.”

Insincere sayings

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A user replied, “Thoughts and prayers” They are uninspired feelings made by careless people.”

Self-important phrases 

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A popular saying was, “If you can’t handle me at my worst, you don’t deserve me at my best.” 

Condescending language 

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A Redditor replied, “I’m just blunt” No, you just get off on being mean to people.”

Another Redditor added, “I don’t have a filter tee hee hee!”

Pretentious quotes 

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One user commented, “Do you know who I am ?”

Another user added, “Money can’t buy happiness.” Fu** you! It can buy me a house and a car that isn’t constantly breaking. It can pay for hobbies that make me happy. It can remedy 99% of my stress!”

Religious dialects 

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An annoyed user wrote, “It’s part of God’s plan” or “mysterious ways.”

Another user replied, “Have a blessed day.” Infuriating every time.”

Misused words 

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One Redditor replied, “I could care less” If it is possible to care less, that means that you care at least a little. It should be “I couldn’t care less” because less than 0 is impossible.”

Demeaning comments 

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One strong Redditor added, “You’re a survivor, not a victim” No, I’m a victim, and that’s okay.”

Another said, “I hate the phrase ‘man up.’”

Empty promises 

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A user added, “It could always be worse…” Yeah, but think of all the ways this situation could be better!”

Vague generalizations

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A user wrote, “It’s always in the last place you look!” Jeez, go figure.”

Finally, someone said, “Everything happens for a reason.”

It’s fascinating to see the wide range of phrases and expressions that irk Redditors in this thread. From cliche sayings to offensive slurs, it’s evident that certain words hold a significant impact on individuals.

15 Things That Will Die With The Boomer Generation

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Boomers are something. The younger generations find them selfish and full of useless advice and tips. 15 Things That Will Die With The Boomer Generation

16 Things We Need To Stop Teaching Children Immediately

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That said, not everything taught to children is either done with the best intentions. – 16 Things We Need To Stop Teaching Children Immediately

10 Things Boomers Passionately Dislike About Modern Society

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10 Things Boomers Passionately Dislike About Modern Society – The list could probably go on forever. You might agree with some.

Mind the Gender Gap: 24 Expenses That Men Bear Alone in a World of Unequal Spending

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Mind the Gender Gap: 24 Expenses That Men Bear Alone in a World of Unequal Spending – Men are often expected to pay for a lot of things when it comes to relationships.

Silly Things Boomers Say Daily

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10 Annoying Things The Boomer Generation Says Daily Millennials and Gen Z often want them just to SHUT UP! So, What is something annoying the boomer generation always says to the younger generation?

10 Surprising Phrases Your Partner Is Using to Gaslight You

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The word “gaslighting” is thrown around a lot these days. The purpose of gaslighting is to make someone believe they are crazy when in reality, they are not.  – 10 Surprising Phrases Your Partner Is Using to Gaslight You

New Shows Streaming On Netflix in May

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Coming Soon: New Netflix Series Premiering in May – Cuddle up, get cozy and get ready to watch these great new shows releasing on Netflix this month.

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