bromides

[US]/braʊmaɪdz/
[UK]/brah-maydz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.compounds of bromine with another element; chemical salts containing bromine; sedative drugs containing bromide compounds; clichés or trite expressions

Phrases & Collocations

bromides say

old bromides

bromides sound

use bromides

avoid bromides

bromides fail

bromides tired

bromides boring

bromides speak

bromides truth

Example Sentences

his speech was filled with bromides that failed to inspire anyone.

she often resorts to bromides when comforting her friends.

using bromides in serious discussions can undermine your credibility.

many self-help books are filled with bromides that offer little real advice.

his bromides about hard work didn't resonate with the audience.

politicians often use bromides to avoid addressing tough issues.

her advice was just a collection of bromides that lacked depth.

in times of crisis, bromides can feel particularly hollow.

he relied on bromides to make his point instead of providing evidence.

while some people appreciate bromides, others find them frustrating.

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