Proverbial

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The internet slang term “proverbial” is used to describe something that is commonly or widely known or talked about. It is often used to refer to something that is considered a typical example or representative of a particular situation or idea.

Here are two practical examples illustrating the use of the term:

Example 1: “I was late for work again, so I received the proverbial eye roll from my boss.” In this sentence, the term “proverbial” is used to convey that receiving an eye roll from the boss is a typical or expected reaction in that situation.
Example 2: “After months of speculation, the proverbial cat was finally let out of the bag when the new product was unveiled.” Here, “proverbial” suggests that the cat being let out of the bag is a commonly used expression to describe the act of revealing a secret or surprise.

Synonyms:
commonly used, widely known, frequently quoted, popularly spoken, well-known
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