[Slang] RUN-OF-THE-MILL. - Discover How to Describe Everyday Ordinariness in English

Ordinary, not special or exciting.

Something that is "run-of-the-mill" is very ordinary, with no special or distinctive features. This phrase is often used to describe objects, experiences, or performances that are standard and unremarkable. For example, if a restaurant serves food that you find neither particularly bad nor good, you might describe it as run-of-the-mill.

Example Sentences

1. That's just your typical run-of-the-mill superhero movie, nothing special.

   It's an average superhero movie that doesn't stand out.

2. In this vast sea of indie bands, their sound is pretty run-of-the-mill.

   Among many indie bands, their sound is rather average and unremarkable.

3. Most of the products on the shelf are run-of-the-mill; you rarely find something truly unique.

   Most products are commonplace and ordinary; it's rare to find something unique.