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“Common phrase” in Japanese

Short answer
通り言葉 toorikotoba とーりことば

Common phrase in Japanese is “通り言葉” (toorikotoba). Full meaning: common word, common phrase, everyday expression, byword; jargon, lingo, argot, cant.

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