Definition of "commonplaces" [commonplaces]

• Plural form of commonplace. (noun)

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• "It was the old story, which the world is continually re-enacting, while the sage stands by, and marvels at its folly, and preaches what we call commonplaces, in a vain endeavour to modify or to prevent it."
• ""Wise people say we must carry our sunshine with us," answered Rose, taking refuge in commonplaces, for the face at the window grew pensive suddenly as he answered, with a longing look, "I wish I could.""
• "It's deadly commonplace, but, after all, the commonplaces are the great poetic truths."