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  1. A document somebody generated with AI and tossed at you without reading it first.
  2. Any 600-word message that should have been one sentence.

“Dave threw another AI slop grenade in the team chat. Third one this week.”

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      The AI Slop Dictionary

      Words and phrases that make writing sound like nobody wrote it. What each one means, and what to say instead.

      A

      adventure seeker

      noun

      Has been on a plane at least once.

      Say insteadName one adventure
      Seen in the wildAdventure seeker, foodie and lover of sunsets.
      Vague praiseStrong

      Agree?

      sign-off

      A one-word poll with one right answer. Pass.

      Say insteadEnd on your point
      Seen in the wildKindness costs nothing. Agree?
      Engagement baitStrong

      And honestly?

      move

      So everything before this was a lie?

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildAnd honestly? Inbox zero changed my life.
      Fake profundityStrong

      As an AI language model

      confession

      The chatbot confessed, and you pasted the confession. Incredible.

      Say insteadDelete it, then reread everything else
      Seen in the wildAs an AI language model, I'm thrilled to give this wedding speech.
      Copy-paste leftoversSmoking gun

      As of my last knowledge update

      leftover

      That's the chatbot's expiry date. It doesn't belong in your email.

      Also: knowledge cutoff

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildAs of my last knowledge update, our café is open on Mondays.
      Copy-paste leftoversSmoking gun

      At the end of the day

      phrase

      It's never about the end of any actual day. It's filler.

      Say insteadultimatelyDelete it
      Seen in the wildAt the end of the day, it's all about the customer.
      Throat-clearingMedium

      B

      beacon of

      phrase

      Calling your HR team a lighthouse is a lot.

      Say insteadexample of
      Seen in the wildOur HR team is a beacon of hope.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      boasts

      verb

      The kitchen doesn't boast. It has a stove.

      Say insteadhascomes with
      Seen in the wildThe condo boasts a door.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      Buckle up

      opener

      Promises a wild ride. Delivers seven tips about email.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildBuckle up, because this thread about tax deductions gets wild.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      bustling

      adjective

      There are people there. Got it.

      Say insteadbusycrowded
      Seen in the wildLocated in the bustling heart of downtown.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      C

      Certainly! Here's…

      leftover

      That's the chatbot talking to you, not to your landlord. Delete it.

      Also: here's a more polished version

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildCertainly! Here's a heartfelt apology to your landlord:
      Copy-paste leftoversSmoking gun

      crafted with care

      phrase

      It was made. Tell me what it's made of.

      Also: crafted from premium

      Say insteadmadeSay what from
      Seen in the wildCrafted with care from premium plastic.
      Vague praiseStrong

      crucial

      adjective

      Important. Just say important.

      Say insteadimportantkey
      Seen in the wildIt's crucial to stay hydrated during the webinar.
      AI-favourite wordsMild

      curated

      adjective

      Picked. Somebody picked them. Probably an algorithm.

      Say insteadchosenpicked
      Seen in the wildA curated selection of artisanal paperclips.
      AI-favourite wordsMild

      cutting-edge

      adjective

      If it were cutting-edge, you'd say what it does.

      Also: state-of-the-art

      Say insteadnewthe latestName the feature
      Seen in the wildOur cutting-edge platform now supports PDF.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      D

      a delightful array of

      phrase

      It's a buffet. Name two things on it.

      Say insteadlots ofName two dishes
      Seen in the wildA delightful array of pastries greeted us each morning.
      Vague praiseStrong

      delve

      verb

      Nobody said this word out loud until chatbots started saying it every five minutes. Look at it. Dig into it. Don't delve.

      Say insteadlook atdig intocover
      Seen in the wildThis report will delve into the nuances of the quarterly roadmap.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      Drop a comment below

      sign-off

      Begging for comments. Write something worth commenting on.

      Also: comment below, share your thoughts

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildDrop a comment below and tell me your morning routine.
      Engagement baitStrong

      E

      elevate

      verb

      Means ‘improve.’ Say ‘improve.’ Your coffee doesn't need elevating.

      Say insteadimproveupgrademake better
      Seen in the wildElevate your morning routine with our new spoon.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      em dash

      punctuation

      Good punctuation, used to death. One per page, tops.

      Also: —

      Say insteada commaa full stopbrackets
      Seen in the wildOur mission—simple yet powerful—is to deliver value—every single day.
      Formatting tellsMild

      embark on

      verb

      You're starting something. You're not boarding a ship.

      Say insteadstartbegin
      Seen in the wildReady to embark on your personal finance adventure?
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      emoji bullets

      formatting

      A checkmark on every line, like you're grading your own homework.

      Say insteadplain bulletsa sentence
      Seen in the wild✅ Discipline ✅ Grit
      Formatting tellsMedium

      empower

      verb

      ‘Our app empowers you to make lists.’ No. It lets you make lists.

      Say insteadlethelpgive
      Seen in the wildOur app empowers you to make lists.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      endless possibilities

      noun

      Name two. I'll wait.

      Say insteadName two of them
      Seen in the wildA new year, endless possibilities, same inbox.
      Vague praiseMedium

      esteemed

      adjective

      You found this company eleven minutes ago.

      Say insteadyourthe
      Seen in the wildI would be honoured to join your esteemed organization.
      Vague praiseStrong

      ever-evolving

      adjective

      Everything changes. You don't need to announce it.

      Say insteadchanging
      Seen in the wildOur ever-evolving approach to email etiquette.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      exceeded my expectations

      phrase

      What were the expectations? You never said.

      Say insteadSay what you expected and what happened
      Seen in the wildThe blender exceeded my expectations.
      Vague praiseMedium

      exclamation marks!!!

      punctuation

      If everything's exciting, nothing is.

      Say insteadone, at most
      Formatting tellsMild

      F

      Follow for more

      sign-off

      More of this? No thanks.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildFollow for more tips on following.
      Engagement baitStrong

      foster

      verb

      Usually ‘foster a culture of’ something nobody can measure. Say what you actually do.

      Say insteadbuildencourage
      Seen in the wildWe foster a culture of radical candour and free bagels.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      from the boardroom to the…

      phrase

      Nobody's bringing a water bottle into a boardroom. Relax.

      Say insteadat work and outside
      Seen in the wildFrom the boardroom to the trailhead, this backpack does it all.
      Vague praiseStrong

      From the moment we stepped in

      opener

      Every hotel review starts like this. Every single one.

      Say insteadStart with the best detail
      Seen in the wildFrom the moment we stepped into the lobby, we felt like royalty.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      G

      game-changer

      noun

      It's never a game-changer. It's a slightly better button.

      Say insteadSay what changeda big improvement
      Seen in the wildThe new tab layout is a total game-changer.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      Great question!

      leftover

      Nobody asked a question. Just answer it.

      Say insteadJust answer it
      Seen in the wildGreat question! The meeting is at 3.
      Copy-paste leftoversStrong

      groundbreaking

      adjective

      Name the ground it broke.

      Say insteadnewfirstSay what's new
      Seen in the wildIntroducing a groundbreaking new shade of beige.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      H

      harness the power of

      phrase

      Means ‘use.’ Nobody is harnessing anything.

      Say insteaduse
      Seen in the wildHarness the power of AI to rename your files.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      hashtag pile-up

      formatting

      Five hashtags at the end of a post. Pick one, or none.

      Say insteadonenone
      Seen in the wildBig week ahead. #Leadership #Growth #Mindset #Monday
      Formatting tellsMild

      Here's the thing

      move

      There's no ‘thing.’ Just say it.

      Say insteadDelete itJust say the thing
      Seen in the wildHere's the thing: meetings could be emails.
      Fake profundityStrong

      hidden gem

      noun

      It has 4,000 reviews. It's not hidden.

      Say insteadSay what's good about it
      Seen in the wildThis hidden gem is the best-kept secret in town.
      Vague praiseStrong

      holistic

      adjective

      Means you looked at more than one thing. Congratulations.

      Say insteadcompleteend-to-end
      Seen in the wildA holistic approach to quarterly planning.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      I

      I am writing to express

      opener

      Yeah, I can see you're writing. Tell me why you fit.

      Say insteadStart with why you fit
      Seen in the wildI am writing to express my interest in the role of Associate Vice Intern.
      Vague praiseStrong

      I hope this email finds you well

      opener

      It won't. It'll find them busy. Get to the point.

      Say insteadHiGet to the point
      Seen in the wildHi Tom, I hope this email finds you well. The invoice is now 90 days overdue.
      Throat-clearingMedium

      I hope this helps!

      sign-off

      A help-desk sign-off. It doesn't belong on a birthday card.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildHappy birthday, Grandma! I hope this helps!
      Copy-paste leftoversMedium

      the ideal candidate

      noun

      Let them decide that. Give them one piece of proof.

      Also: the ideal fit

      Say insteadGive one piece of proof
      Seen in the wildMy skills make me the ideal candidate for this role.
      Vague praiseMedium

      impeccable service

      noun

      If it was that good, you'd remember one thing they did.

      Say insteadDescribe one thing they did
      Seen in the wildImpeccable service from start to finish.
      Vague praiseStrong

      In a world where…

      opener

      Movie-trailer voice for a sales email. Just tell me what the product does.

      Also: imagine a world

      Say insteadDelete itSay what the product does
      Seen in the wildIn a world where data is everywhere, one dashboard dares to exist.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      In conclusion

      phrase

      If you need a sign that says ‘the end,’ the ending isn't working.

      Say insteadDelete itEnd on your best line
      Seen in the wildIn conclusion, teamwork really does make the dream work.
      Throat-clearingMedium

      in essence

      phrase

      Here comes a summary of the paragraph you just read.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildIn essence, the essence is essential.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      In today's fast-paced world

      opener

      Tells you the world exists and moves fast. You knew that. Everybody knew that.

      Also: in an ever-changing world, in the ever-evolving landscape of

      Say insteadDelete itStart with your point
      Seen in the wildIn today's fast-paced world, choosing the right stapler matters more than ever.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      innovative

      adjective

      If it were new, you'd tell me what's new about it.

      Say insteadnewSay what's different
      Seen in the wildAn innovative approach to stapling.
      Hype & buzzwordsMild

      intricate

      adjective

      Complicated. Say complicated.

      Say insteaddetailedcomplex
      Seen in the wildThe intricate dance of supply and demand.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      It's no secret that

      opener

      If it's no secret, why are you announcing it?

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildIt's no secret that people prefer things that are good.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      It's not X. It's Y.

      move

      The most overused move online. ‘It's not a job, it's a calling.’ It's a job.

      Also: it's a journey, not a destination

      Say insteadJust say Y
      Seen in the wildIt's not a job. It's a calling.
      Fake profundityStrong

      It's worth noting that

      phrase

      If it's important, I'll notice. Cut the warning label.

      Also: it's important to note that

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildIt's worth noting that the meeting is still on Tuesday.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      J

      journey

      noun

      Your diet is not a journey. Your career is not a journey. A road trip is a journey.

      Also: culinary journey

      Say insteadprocesstimeexperience
      Seen in the wildMy journey with spreadsheets began in 2019.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      L

      landscape

      noun

      You mean the market. Say the market.

      Say insteadmarketfieldsituation
      Seen in the wildStaying ahead in the cybersecurity landscape.
      AI-favourite wordsMild

      ### Leftover headings

      formatting

      Hash marks from the chat window. Delete them.

      Say insteadDelete them
      Seen in the wild### Why this matters Because the meeting ran long.
      Copy-paste leftoversMedium

      Let me know if you'd like me to…

      leftover

      The chatbot offered to fix it, and you sent the offer to your boss.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildLet me know if you'd like me to make it more formal!
      Copy-paste leftoversStrong

      Let that sink in

      move

      It sank. Nothing happened. Move on.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildI hired someone without a degree. Let that sink in.
      Fake profundityStrong

      Let's dive in

      opener

      You don't need to announce that you're starting. Just start.

      Also: let's delve into, let's dive deeper

      Say insteadDelete itJust start
      Seen in the wildGrab a coffee, because today we're talking spreadsheets. Let's dive in.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      leverage

      verb

      Means ‘use.’ Just say ‘use.’

      Say insteaduse
      Seen in the wildWe'll leverage our learnings to drive alignment.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      Look no further

      phrase

      I'll look wherever I want, thanks.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildSearching for the perfect sock? Look no further.
      Vague praiseStrong

      M

      meaningful connections

      noun

      You met people at a conference. You can just say that.

      Say insteadSay who you met and why it mattered
      Seen in the wildSo grateful for the meaningful connections at this year's summit.
      Vague praiseMedium

      meticulous

      adjective

      Usually written right above a typo.

      Say insteadcarefulthorough
      Seen in the wildMeticulously crafted with attention to detial.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      more than just

      phrase

      It's a mug. It's just a mug.

      Say insteadSay what else it is
      Seen in the wildMore than just a coworking space, we're a community.
      Fake profundityMedium

      multifaceted

      adjective

      Everything has more than one side. Tell me which side you mean.

      Say insteadcomplexList the sides
      Seen in the wildLeadership is a multifaceted challenge.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      a must-visit

      noun

      Says who? Tell me why it's worth it.

      Also: a must-have, a must-try

      Say insteadSay why it's worth it
      Seen in the wildThis toaster is a must-have for every kitchen.
      Vague praiseStrong

      a myriad of

      phrase

      Fancy for ‘a lot.’ Say ‘a lot.’

      Also: a plethora of

      Say insteadmanylots of
      Seen in the wildA plethora of options to suit a myriad of needs.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      N

      navigate the complexities

      phrase

      Means ‘deal with.’ There's no boat.

      Say insteaddeal withhandlefigure out
      Seen in the wildHelping teams navigate the complexities of hybrid work.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      nestled

      adjective

      Houses aren't birds. It's ‘located.’

      Say insteadinnext to
      Seen in the wildNestled between a highway and a slightly smaller highway.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      next-level

      adjective

      The word you're looking for is ‘better.’

      Also: take it to the next level

      Say insteadbetterSay what improves
      Seen in the wildTake your spreadsheets to the next level.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      O

      on the go

      phrase

      Every product is for ‘on the go.’ Where else would you use it?

      Say insteadSay where, specifically
      Seen in the wildEnjoy your favourite soup on the go.
      Hype & buzzwordsMild

      one-line paragraphs

      formatting

      Every sentence gets its own line. For drama. It's not dramatic. It's annoying.

      Say insteadparagraphs
      Formatting tellsMedium

      P

      paradigm shift

      noun

      A change. Call it a change.

      Say insteadchangebig change
      Seen in the wildMoving standup to 9:15 represents a real paradigm shift.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      partner in crime

      noun

      Nobody's planning a crime. You mean brunch.

      Say insteadSay what you'd actually do together
      Seen in the wildLooking for my partner in crime.
      Vague praiseMedium

      passion for

      phrase

      Nobody's passionate about logistics software. Say what you did.

      Say insteadSay what you've done
      Seen in the wildI have a deep passion for mid-market logistics solutions.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      peace of mind

      noun

      Comes free with every lid and warranty. Means nothing.

      Say insteadSay what's protected
      Seen in the wildOur leak-proof lid gives you peace of mind.
      Vague praiseMedium

      the perfect blend of

      phrase

      ‘The perfect blend of style and comfort.’ It's a doorstop.

      Also: a unique blend of

      Say insteadSay what's in it
      Seen in the wildThe perfect blend of style and function, in a doorstop.
      Vague praiseStrong

      Picture this

      opener

      I'd rather not. Just tell me what happened.

      Say insteadDelete itDescribe the real thing
      Seen in the wildPicture this: your inbox, but organized by colour.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      pivotal

      adjective

      Not every moment is pivotal. Most of them are just Tuesday.

      Say insteadkeyimportant
      Seen in the wildThis is a pivotal moment for our newsletter.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      The pointing-down finger

      emoji

      Points you at the comments, where the slop keeps going.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Engagement baitMedium

      proven track record

      phrase

      Proven where? Show the numbers or lose the phrase.

      Say insteadGive the numbers
      Seen in the wildA results-focused leader with a proven track record of focusing on results.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      R

      Read that again

      move

      I read it fine the first time.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildYour network is your net worth. Read that again.
      Fake profundityStrong

      realm

      noun

      Unless there's a dragon, it's an ‘area.’

      Say insteadareafield
      Seen in the wildIn the realm of B2B invoicing, few names stand taller.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      Repost if you agree

      sign-off

      A chain letter with a profile picture.

      Also: like and share

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildRepost if you believe in Mondays.
      Engagement baitStrong

      resonate

      verb

      Means ‘I liked it.’ Say you liked it.

      Say insteadlandconnectmatter
      Seen in the wildThis really resonated with me on a deep level.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      The result?

      move

      You ask a question so you can answer it yourself. Just give me the result.

      Also: the kicker? the best part?

      Say insteadJust give the result
      Seen in the wildWe changed one button. The result? Pure magic.
      Fake profundityStrong

      revolutionize

      verb

      You changed the sign-up form. Nobody's storming anything.

      Say insteadchangeimprove
      Seen in the wildWe're revolutionizing how teams book meeting rooms.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      robust

      adjective

      Software talk for ‘it didn't crash in the demo.’

      Say insteadreliablesolidsturdy
      Seen in the wildA robust, scalable solution for your robust, scalable needs.
      Hype & buzzwordsMild

      S

      sanctuary

      noun

      It's a hotel room with a candle in it.

      Also: serene sanctuary

      Say insteadroomquiet place
      Seen in the wildOur guest room is a serene sanctuary of calm.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      seamless

      adjective

      Usually means it has seams and they're hoping you won't look.

      Also: seamlessly

      Say insteadeasysmoothworks with
      Seen in the wildSeamlessly integrates with your existing workflow after a short four-week setup.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      seasoned

      adjective

      Experienced. Or a steak. Pick one.

      Say insteadexperiencedGive the years
      Seen in the wildA seasoned professional who loves a spreadsheet.
      AI-favourite wordsMild

      showcase

      verb

      Show. The word is ‘show.’

      Say insteadshow
      Seen in the wildThis post showcases my love of showcasing.
      AI-favourite wordsMild

      sleek

      adjective

      It's a rectangle. Give me the size.

      Say insteadslimGive the size
      Seen in the wildA sleek design that fits perfectly in your hand. It's a cup.
      Hype & buzzwordsMild

      **Stray asterisks**

      formatting

      The bold didn't survive the copy-paste. Now there are asterisks everywhere.

      Say insteadDelete the asterisks
      Seen in the wild**Key takeaway:** we should have fewer meetings.
      Copy-paste leftoversMedium

      supercharge

      verb

      Faster. Just say faster.

      Say insteadspeed upimprove
      Seen in the wildSupercharge your inbox with our new filter.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      a symphony of

      phrase

      It's a sandwich. Nobody's playing the violin.

      Say insteada mix ofSay what's in it
      Seen in the wildA symphony of flavours dances across your palate.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      synergy

      noun

      Two teams in one meeting. That's it. That's the synergy.

      Say insteadworking togetherSay what each side brings
      Seen in the wildUnlocking synergies across our cross-functional pods.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      T

      Tag someone who needs this

      sign-off

      You want me to send this to a friend? What did my friend ever do to you?

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildTag someone who needs to hear this today.
      Engagement baitStrong

      tapestry

      noun

      A rug you hang on a wall. Not your company culture.

      Also: woven

      Say insteadmixSay what's in it
      Seen in the wildOur office is a rich tapestry of personalities and kombucha.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      a testament to

      phrase

      Courtroom talk for ‘shows.’ Say ‘shows.’

      Say insteadshowsproves
      Seen in the wildThis sandwich is a testament to the human spirit.
      AI-favourite wordsStrong

      There's something magical about

      phrase

      You couldn't say what's good about it, so you called it magic.

      Say insteadSay what it actually is
      Seen in the wildThere's something magical about a Tuesday morning spreadsheet.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      This changes everything

      move

      It never changes everything. It changes the font.

      Say insteadSay what changes
      Seen in the wildOur new font picker is here, and this changes everything.
      Fake profundityStrong

      thought leader

      noun

      A guy with a newsletter.

      Say insteadexpertSay what they actually know
      Seen in the wildKeynote speaker, thought leader and part-time oat milk advocate.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      thoughtfully designed

      phrase

      As opposed to what? Thoughtlessly designed?

      Say insteadSay what the design does
      Seen in the wildA thoughtfully designed lobby with plenty of seating.
      Vague praiseMedium

      Thoughts?

      sign-off

      You didn't have any, so you're asking for mine.

      Say insteadAsk a specific question
      Seen in the wildEvery job will change by next year. Thoughts?
      Engagement baitStrong

      to suit every taste

      phrase

      Nothing suits every taste. Tell me who'll actually like it.

      Also: to suit every palate, to suit every budget

      Say insteadSay who it suits
      Seen in the wildOptions to suit every palate and budget.
      Vague praiseStrong

      transformative

      adjective

      Nothing got transformed. Say what actually changed.

      Say insteadusefulSay what it changed
      Seen in the wildOur three-day offsite was genuinely transformative.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      U

      underscore

      verb

      Means ‘shows.’ Use ‘shows.’

      Say insteadshowhighlight
      Seen in the wildThese results underscore the importance of results.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      unforgettable

      adjective

      And yet you forgot every single detail.

      Say insteadSay the one detail you remember
      Seen in the wildAn unforgettable stay in every way.
      Vague praiseMedium

      unlock your potential

      phrase

      Your potential isn't locked. Somebody's selling you a webinar.

      Say insteadlearnget better atSay what they'll be able to do
      Seen in the wildUnlock your full potential with our five-step morning routine.
      Hype & buzzwordsStrong

      unparalleled

      adjective

      There are 400 of these on the same page. It has parallels.

      Say insteadSay what it beats, with proof
      Seen in the wildUnparalleled comfort, in a sock.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      unwavering

      adjective

      Nobody's support has ever been described any other way. Try ‘steady.’

      Say insteadsteadyconstant
      Seen in the wildThank you for your unwavering support of our Q3 roadmap.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      utilize

      verb

      Also means ‘use.’ Costs you more letters.

      Say insteaduse
      Seen in the wildPlease utilize the button to submit the form.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      V

      vibrant

      adjective

      Every city, community and salad is ‘vibrant.’ Give me one real detail.

      Say insteadlivelyDescribe one real detail
      Seen in the wildJoin our vibrant community of passionate stakeholders.
      AI-favourite wordsMedium

      W

      warm smiles

      noun

      Every hotel has warm smiles. What did the staff actually do?

      Say insteadSay what the staff actually did
      Seen in the wildWe were greeted with warm smiles and a welcome drink.
      Vague praiseMedium

      When it comes to

      phrase

      Four words that mean ‘for.’ Use ‘for.’

      Say insteadforwithon
      Seen in the wildWhen it comes to snacks, our team is incredibly passionate.
      Throat-clearingMedium

      Whether you're a … or a …

      phrase

      Talks to everybody, so it talks to nobody. Pick a reader.

      Say insteadName the one reader you mean
      Seen in the wildWhether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this checklist is for you.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      Who else…?

      sign-off

      Who else likes Fridays? Everybody. Everybody likes Fridays.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildWho else is grateful for Fridays?
      Engagement baitMedium

      Without further ado

      phrase

      Said right after a whole lot of ado.

      Say insteadDelete it
      Seen in the wildWithout further ado, here are my thoughts on lanyards.
      Throat-clearingStrong

      work hard, play hard

      phrase

      Long hours and a ping-pong table nobody has time to use.

      Say insteadDescribe the actual hours
      Seen in the wildWe're a work hard, play hard kind of team.
      Vague praiseMedium

      world-class

      adjective

      Says who? Give me the ranking or drop it.

      Also: best-in-class

      Say insteadGive the actual ranking or number
      Seen in the wildWorld-class customer service, available Tuesdays from 10 to 11.
      Hype & buzzwordsMedium

      Y

      [Your Name]

      placeholder

      You forgot to fill in your own name. Your own name.

      Also: [Company Name], [Insert date]

      Say insteadYour actual name
      Seen in the wildWarm regards, [Your Name]
      Copy-paste leftoversSmoking gun

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      Now reviewing

      The Critic Unacceptable

      Slop is unacceptable.

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