When you watch an MMA interview, do you ever get the sense that the fighter speaking is choosing their responses from a standard-issued list of statements, seemingly utilized throughout the entire sport?
If so, you are not alone.
While the conspiracy theory regarding the existence of a standardized list could go either way, that there are certain phrases that have been through the ringer many more times than necessary is beyond question.
The purpose of this article is to identify some of the cliches that would likely be on the first page of the aforementioned list (should it exist), and break down each phrase to examine why it is not only overused, but inherently ineffectual.
I was able to come up with eight. Feel free to add to the list via the comments section.