15 People Share the Common Phrases That Sound Like Nails on a Chalkboard
There are certain phrases that seem completely harmless until you hear them for the hundredth time. Then suddenly, something about those two or three words becomes impossible to ignore. Reddit users recently shared the expressions that instantly get under their skin, and the answers cover everything from workplace jargon to internet slang and grammatical mistakes. Some have become so common that people barely notice how often they use them, while others are annoying precisely because they feel forced. The funniest part is how specific some complaints get. Apparently, there are plenty of everyday expressions people would happily erase from the vocabulary altogether.
“Price point”
One Reddit user argued that there is usually no reason to say “price point” when simply saying “price” would do.
“Unalive”
Several users complained about hearing “unalive” in everyday conversation instead of using the ordinary words people already understand.
“I was today years old”
The expression “I was today years old” appeared multiple times as something users are simply tired of seeing and hearing.
“Preggo” or “Preggers”
One commenter questioned why people shorten “pregnant” when the original word is already short.
“It’s giving”
“It’s giving” was repeatedly mentioned by users who have grown tired of the expression.
“I could care less”
Several commenters singled out “I could care less” because they believe “I couldn’t care less” is the intended expression.
“Chef’s kiss”
One user specifically complained about both saying “chef’s kiss” and making the accompanying hand gesture.
“Work hard, play hard”
One commenter said the familiar workplace slogan does not accurately describe their idea of working or having fun.
“It is what it is”
A Reddit user said the phrase becomes especially irritating when it is used to avoid accountability or responsibility.
“Circle back”
Corporate expressions such as “circle back” were repeatedly criticized by people tired of hearing workplace jargon.
“Whimsy”
One commenter was particularly annoyed by people using “whimsy” as an adjective, such as saying “this dress is so whimsy.”
“The ick”
“The ick” was another expression that appeared in the discussion as something users are tired of hearing.
“Could of”
One commenter admitted that hearing “could of” instead of “could have” drives them crazy.
“Littles”
Several users objected to calling children “littles,” with one commenter saying they could not even explain exactly why the term bothers them.
“You know”
One Reddit user described hearing “you know” repeatedly during meetings as an especially irritating verbal habit.