One that comes to mind for me: “Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” is not always true. Maybe even only half the time! Are there any phrases you tend to hear and shake your head at?

  • Alienmonkey@lemm.ee
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    2 months ago

    "just sayin’ "

    Yes. Yes you did. You just said.

    “honestly…”

    Wait, you weren’t being honest before now? I catch myself saying this and it ignites that inner cringe.

    • StoneyDcrew@lemmy.world
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      2 months ago

      I use “honestly” or “to be honest” myself sometimes.

      It’s a simple way to convey “I’m going to give you a risky or unpopular opinion. Can be unpopular with you personally, or for public in general. But either way I value the honesty of sharing that opinion over the unpopularity it will cause”

      I can see why you would hate it. it wouldn’t be unusual for people to share bigoted/sexist/violent opinions on subjects they should keep to themselves.