Annoyances in phrase form (a little something different)

Annoying phrases, what would we do without them? They were obviously used for a reason before people decided to overuse and drag them out until their death. Thanks to a poll that was taken from Marist College, “whatever” was the most annoying phrase.


Now even I find this appalling because it’s a word I hear so often and in so many different variations. For instance someone saying, “well whatever is best for you,” or “whatever you like,” or “I’m just going to do whatever.” It’s one of those words that can be used in a wide range. Sometimes I feel like the people who find these word annoying in the first place are the ones who probably use it the most. Hmm now there’s a thought. Almost like hearing someone say that they hate a song only to find them singing it 5 seconds later. That makes me laugh.

Here I have some phrases that bug me a bit, and make my blood run a little faster whenever I hear them. Take for example “life goes on.” Well we all know that life goes on, it's one of those things that are out of our control. Then there is “that sucks,” “that’s crazy,” “you’re killing me,” using “like” after every 3 words in a sentence, and “yea, cool” as a passive response from someone you know is not listening to you.

I can definitely agree with the poll on “you know” being a very annoying phrase. It is very irritating to hear someone dominate their conversation with “you know.” Well what if I didn’t know? Would I have to sit and listen to you until I do know? No thanks, I don’t have time. There are other phrases to use, but I think sometimes it takes too much for people to think of new ones. Acronyms just won’t cut it. Let’s be creative people.