an expression that is or has been used too much (and how has no meaning or usefulness)

overused, hackneyed phrase

(the seeds of) any of various green plants e.g. wheat, oats, rye

dull, overused saying

something invented or imagined

made-up story

a remark or statement that is obviously true but is used too often and is not interesting, e.g. 'Life has its ups and downs'

dull, overused saying

a story (to be) performed on a stage, on TV or radio; to do (something) to pass time pleasantly, as children do

theater piece

an account of (real or imaginary) events; (especially used by and to children) an untrue statement; storey

account, news

a state of (excited or worried) uncertainty

anticipation