Another word for proverbial

proverbial Synonyms

proverbial

modif.

commonplace, axiomatic, current, general, unquestioned; see also common 1, dull 4, familiar 1.

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I think we're grasping at the proverbial straw to consider him.
The expression "fidus Achates" has become proverbial for a loyal and devoted companion.
It became proverbial " that nothing could be done in the world without the help of God and of the king of Bohemia."
The cowardice of this hyena is proverbial; despite its powerful teeth, it rarely attempts to defend itself.
The skill of the natives as seamen is proverbial in the archipelago.

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