In the Service of Mystery (Pt. 23)
There was little i could say that wasn't going to sound like some trite platitude. there is a depth of grief where all one can do is share in it, to be at the edges - simply to be present.
The Prince and His Bodyguard
"you think false platitudes will save you?" "please, my words are genuine. i don't need lies to save myself from anything. i already know you won't kill me." he said casually, pushing a glass closer to glenda.
The Pox Dog (Part One)
Len had instinctual platitudes on his lips about how all was well, how he was going to figure out what was happening.
Sugar Hill Hall Preludes - Jimbo - Part 1
He forgot to answer his father's rant with some kind of platitude. the muskrat had sent his mind elsewhere, and was just moving on autopilot... setting things up, plugging them in.
Qest: Primal - Chapter 20: Seven Course Meal
Alton rubbed his chin, murmuring one word, "platitudes." ethan said nothing. yeah, he didn't follow that don't be a pushover part. he only had his mother on his mind now.
Favorite Passage
Though it's usually said as a platitude," she winked, "you have a lovely personality." the fox grinned, barely showing teeth. his cheeks were warm. "i just didn't want you to be disappointed."
Sieg and Marien - A Basitin Love Story - Part 11 - Poison
But those platitudes were beginning to ring more and more hollow with each repetition. the only thing that seig was certain of was that lyon had something to do with whatever marien was keeping from him. "it's fine," he said after a moment.
Unexpected Results
I appreciate the platitude, but unless you can tell me you've been through what cecily has i don't think you understand shit." her paw once again starting to slowly rub her girlfriends back she continued to speak to the husky in the same flat tone.
Duke - Book 1: Alpha Rising (Chapter 1 of 8)
I couldn't just give him platitudes like 'you're a great guy', 'it's okay to be gay', or 'you'll find love'. i couldn't just tell him, he'd have to feel it. to give him hope, i had to do it on his terms.
Broken Words: Chapter 13
"that's what your problem with the relationship is, jayden," paige started as he pulled himself into a sitting position to brace himself for whatever stream of platitudes she had prepared for him, "you're not trying to move on, you're just trying to find francis
Love for Sale: Chapter 1
Before chero could find a platitude to exit the table, a black paw was extended. "i'm dante," the panther introduced himself.
Spirit Bound: Chapter Sixty-One
He needs _help_, not platitudes." wallace tapped the side of his muzzle, thinking.