On the website phrases.org.uk, they have a section where they provide information regarding English Proverbs and how it is used in everyday language. I learned that besides the word "good" being used all the time (in daily conversations and in some writing pieces), that the word "never" is also being over used. I also learned something interesting regarding proverbs. In the section titled "English Proverbs", it states that " Proverbs are short and pithy sayings that express some traditionally held truth. They are usually metaphorical and often, for the sake of memorability, alliterative."
They also provide a huge list of popular sayings that use proverbs. These proverbs are also over used. There are a few that I recognized from films (like "Forest Gump" ) or reality shows (Like "Mob Wives)." These two sayings include "Blood is thicker than water" and "Stupid is as stupid does." Not only is this list of various proverbs, but they are also cliches. These sayings can be heard anywhere.
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