Life Sentence
Your lead character consults a coach who speaks only in aphorisms (or are they clichés?):
e.g., ‘You only come this way once, go for it, pulling punches…’
Is this irritating or helpful in addressing the situation presented?
The Inscription
Look at an inscription on a memorial bench:
e.g., ‘..Who spent many happy hours enjoying this view…’
Who placed the plaque? Why? Is it really true? Would you re-word the plaque?
Litotes
Create a day in conversation from a character who (over) uses litotes in their speech pattern:
e.g., ‘I shan’t be sorry, it is not without merit, the day was not unenjoyable...’
Does the day change? Does the speech pattern change?
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