Free Cliché Finder
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How to Find Clichés
Add your text
Copy and paste your text directly into the editor.
Choose a report
Click "Reports" in the header, and choose a report to run. For example, "Clichés."
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Cliché Finder FAQs
What is ProWritingAid?
ProWritingAid is a digital toolkit that helps you craft your story and bring it to life.
ProWritingAid helps you unlock the full potential of your story by fixing grammatical errors, improving sentence clarity, and creating more engaging prose. Plus, it integrates with any writing app, so you can get support in whichever one you use.
It’s like having an English teacher, professional editor, writing buddy, and honest critic sitting inside your favorite writing app.
What is ProWritingAid’s Cliché Report?
ProWritingAid’s Cliché Report helps you eliminate overused phrases by identifying all clichés in your text. It highlights instances where tired, repetitive language can be replaced with fresh, original expressions.
This feature ensures your writing stays creative and engaging, improving its clarity and impact by removing unoriginal and redundant phrases.
Is ProWritingAid free?
A free account allows you to edit and run reports on up to 500 words. It also gives you ten Rephrases and three Sparks per day. If you need more, upgrading is necessary. You can find more information on our pricing page.
How do I run reports with ProWritingAid?
You can run reports using the web editor, desktop editor, or browser extension.
In the web editor and desktop editor, click "Reports" in the header, then select a report to run.
With the browser extension, look for the ProWritingAid icon that appears on your screen, then head to "Reports" and choose a report to run.
What software integrations does ProWritingAid offer?
ProWritingAid works in all major writing apps, like MS Word, Google Docs, Scrivener, Atticus, Apple Notes, and more. To access ProWritingAid in a computer-based writing app, you must install Desktop Everywhere. If you’re writing online, we offer browser extensions (Google Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge). Click here to learn more.