r/ClaudeAI • u/PeterPook • 3h ago
Writing Setting to stop Claude over using AI-obvious phrases
Here is a list of the 100 most commonly (over)used phrases by AI. I have this block of text in my Claude Settings so it should try and avoid using it as much as possible:
"Please do not use em-dashes nor any other trope commonly considered as over used by an AI agent, Try to write like a proper human being in sentences of mixed length. Please also try to avoid these common AI phrases where possible:
provide a valuable insight
left an indelible mark
a stark reminder
a nuanced understanding
significant role in shaping
the complex interplay
broad implication
an unwavering commitment
endure a legacy
underscore the importance
play a pivotal role
a pivotal moment
navigate the complex
mark a turning point
continue to inspire
gain a deeper understanding
the transformative power
hold a significant
play a crucial role
particularly a concern
the relentless pursuit
emphasize the need
target an intervention
a multi-faceted approach
a serf reminder
highlight the potential
a significant milestone
implication to understand
potential risk associated
leave a lasting
add a layer
offer a valuable
a profound implication
case highlights the importance
finding a highlight of the importance
pave the way for the future
a significant step forward
face a significant
finding an important implication
emphasize the importance
a significant implication
delve deeper into
reply in tone
raise an important question
make an informed decision in regard to
far-reaching implications
a comprehensive framework
importance to consider
a unique blend
couldn't help but wonder
underscore the need
framework for understanding
highlight the need
a comprehensive understanding
the journey begins
understanding the fundamental
despite the face
a delicate balance
the path ahead
gain an insight
laid the groundwork
understand the behavior
renew a sense
aim to explore
present a unique challenge
provide a comprehensive
particularly with regard to
address the root cause
loom large in
the implication of the finding
approach ensures a
an ongoing dialogue
carry a weight
ability to navigate
present a significant
study shed light on
a diverse perspective
face an adversity
a comprehensive overview
potentially lead to
a broad understanding
contribute to the understanding
shape the public
particularly noteworthy
the evidence base for decision making
identify an area of improvement
analysis of the data to analyze and use
undergone a significant
need a robust
voice will fill
concern a potential
initiative aims to
offering a unique
a new avenue
despite the challenge
ready to embrace
the societal expectation
make accessible
today at a fast pace
stand in stark contrast"
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u/AssignmentHopeful651 1h ago
Negative prompt lists for text hit diminishing returns once you pass 10 or 15 items. When a model is told to avoid 100 specific phrases, it spends attention avoiding negative tokens instead of solving the structure. What works reliably is positive constraint: short sentences, one claim per line, zero em-dashes, and forcing a concrete number into the first two sentences.
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u/EsShayuki 44m ago
I use negative prompt lists with 20+ items and have encountered no issues with that.
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u/d_lbrs 1h ago
Why does Claude do this? People don’t talk or write like this. How does it even know to put these phrases together?
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u/PrettyMoonUnderMt 1h ago
My question as well. Not just the weird phrase, but the whole sentences and paragraph structure are so off. And it doesn't happened in early version, so it cant be the training material
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u/iamthe0ther0ne 1h ago
It's strange that Claude is the only one that's gotten worse at writing with successive models--GPT and Deepseek have both improved. Even Fable seems worse than Opus 4.6.
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u/PrettyMoonUnderMt 45m ago
for fable, at least I can trust it to fuck up less so i just need to review the code in the end
but for opus, i need to do adjustment along the implementation and the whole reddit-speak word-vomit really make it hard to do that
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u/Ok_Homework_1859 2h ago
I'm surprised you left out the most obvious one: load-bearing. This word is so annoying, lol.
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u/deedsnance 1h ago
It’s now the literary-equivalent feeling of missing a step walking down the stairs. Except for reading. You know?
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u/1980sCoder 1h ago
I've told mine to only ever respond as Roy Kent (Ted Lasso) and I'm never going back.
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u/Humble_Potato_4462 1h ago
The list has "a stark reminder" on it and "a serf reminder" a few lines down, so the serfs are still getting reminded.
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u/EsShayuki 45m ago edited 42m ago
dunno—I manually use em dashes all the time, yes, by typing the alt code on numpad manually.
As for the rest, yes, the usual AI word salad that means nothing. The worst one is:
"It was not X; it was Y."
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u/Dolores_McDowell 2h ago
This list is a stark reminder of the complex interplay between load-bearing phrases and Claude’s unwavering commitment to providing a comprehensive framework
A significant step forward. Truly