Obsolete Phrases

[CR94]

Originally Posted by Duffyjr
Should start a thread about phrases we'd like to see obsolete. I'm so tired of hearing people say "24/7".
I agree. (Besides, that's an improper fraction.)

Other relatively new annoying over-used cliches have to include "tons of ___ " and of course "cardboard endcaps."

 

[CR94]

Originally Posted by Kira
Grandma called aluminum foil....silver paper. ...
My parents called it "tin foil" ---which is even more inaccurate than "tin can".

 

[4WD]

Originally Posted by CR94
Originally Posted by Kira
Grandma called aluminum foil....silver paper. ...
My parents called it "tin foil" ---which is almost as inaccurate as "tin can".


Whatever you call it … get one of those big Kirkland/Reynolds rolls at Costco … pricey, but smooth rolling/cutting, strong, and lasts a looooong time …