Cliché Phrases to Avoid on Your Common App Essay

Getting straight to the point, here’s a list of cliché words and phrases on students’ Common App essays:

  • For as long as I can remember…  

  • Outside my comfort zone

  • Think outside the box

  • Passion/ I am passionate about

  • Little did I know…

  • No words to describe…

  • Like-minded peers

  • Well-rounded

  • Unique

  • Make the world a better place

  • Live life to the fullest

Thought of other common clichés? Let us know in the comments below!