chestnuts

plural of chestnut
as in cliches
an idea or expression that has been used by many people an op-ed piece that's offers nothing but warmed-over chestnuts for solving the city's financial woes

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Recent Examples of chestnuts The small mountains in the center of Portugal are covered in verdant holm and cork oaks, shaded by chestnuts and pines and crisscrossed with hiking trails. Ann Abel, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024 Chow down on seasonal treats like roasted chestnuts and warm vin brulé while admiring the city's timeless beauty under the warm glow of Christmas lights. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 Then there’s his stuffing, packed with herbs, sausage, and chestnuts—a rich, hearty dish that manages to feel both familiar and elevated all at once. Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024

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“Chestnuts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chestnuts. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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