this sounds cliche vs this will sound cliche but

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'This sounds cliche' is used to describe something that currently seems unoriginal or overused. 'This will sound cliche but' is used to introduce a statement that the speaker believes may be perceived as unoriginal or overused.

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this sounds cliche

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that seems unoriginal or overused.

This phrase is used to express the opinion that something appears to be a common or overused idea or expression.

Examples:

This sounds cliche, but I have to say it: follow your dreams.
The storyline of the movie sounds cliche.
The dialogue in the play sounds cliche.
The song lyrics sound cliche.
The marketing campaign sounds cliche.

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Feb 9, 2015 ... I know that this sounds cliche but it is currently owned by an older gentleman who bought it to help him recover from a broken hip ten years ago.

Alternatives:

This seems cliche
This appears cliche
This comes across as cliche
This feels cliche
This is cliche

this will sound cliche but

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a statement that the speaker believes may be perceived as unoriginal or overused.

This phrase is used to preface a statement that the speaker thinks might be considered unoriginal or overused by others.

Examples:

This will sound cliche but I believe love conquers all.
This will sound cliche but I think honesty is the best policy.
This will sound cliche but I have to say it: be yourself.
This will sound cliche but I find beauty in simplicity.
This will sound cliche but I believe in karma.

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Perhaps this will sound cliche but it is true, especially in discernment. So here are the practical steps, 1) consistent and regular prayer 2) brief pauses where we ...
I know that this will sound cliche, but I truly do adore organizing – from the home budget to underneath the kitchen sink. After graduating with my degree in ...
TJ (page-in-time) | 89 comments Interesting thoughts and great question about the learning aspects of reading. This will sound cliche, but the simple truth for me ...
This will sound cliche, but it's absolutely true, and based on psychological research. Keep in mind that you can only want something that you don't fully have .

Alternatives:

I know this is cliche, but
I'm aware this sounds cliche, but
I realize this may sound cliche, but
I understand this might seem cliche, but
I acknowledge this could be seen as cliche, but

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