Hack
Hack adjective - Used or heard so often as to be dull.
Usage example: the abrupt revelation of an enemy masquerading as a friend is such a hack plot twist
Trite
Trite adjective - Used or heard so often as to be dull.
Usage example: by the time the receiving line had ended, the bride and groom's thanks sounded trite and tired
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