Top Overused Words and Phrases for 2025 Released

Respondents to Lake Superior State University’s annual survey have deemed the phrase “6-7” as “cooked” and should be banned in the upcoming year. This phrase topped the 50th “Banished Words List,” which humorously catalogs overused terms. Other entries include “demure,” “incentivize,” and “my bad,” reflecting trends among younger generations. The list, started in 1976, highlights the evolving language influenced by social media and generational shifts.

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