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garden variety
/ˈɡɑr.dn vəˈraɪ.ə.t̬i/
Definition
1
Ordinary, commonplace, or unremarkable; lacking any special or distinctive qualities.
2
Standard or typical of its kind, often implying mediocrity.
Examples
His garden variety excuse about traffic barely convinced the boss to overlook the late arrival.
She opted for garden variety sneakers, but paired them with a couture gown for that ironic red-carpet vibe.
The plot twist in the thriller was garden variety predictable, like spotting the butler from a mile away.
Their garden variety startup pitch had investors yawning before the slides even hit the unicorn dreams.