Sports ClichesThis article caught my attention at
ESPN.com The first cliche listed is hilarious.
1. "Shock the world" (recent variant: "Surprise the world")
When the Cavs beat the Lakers last week, Darius Miles said, "We're going to put on a show every night. We're going to surprise the world.''Shopkeeper in London: "Can you believe what a show the Cavaliers are putting on every night?"
Visitor from Nairobi: "Believe me, I'm surprised, as are most people in Kenya, and, from what I hear, people the world over."
Note to players, broadcasters, and sportswriters: Most of the world isn't aware, and doesn't care.
