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Definition

Conforming to the stereotypical image of a particular type of person or group.

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Origins

From Central Casting, an American company that specializes in casting extras, body doubles, and stand-ins.

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In Context

  • ""Do I or do I not have the quintessential in-laws? I swear they're right out of central casting. A blowhard brother-in-law, bratty kids, and a sourpuss mother-in-law wide as a billboard. […]"
  • "Frank Grandin was straight out of central casting, the pompous, self-important, narrow-minded, big businessman, from his full head of suspiciously jet-black hair right down to the oversized gold watch on his wrist."
  • "As cult leaders go, Rajneesh was straight out of central casting. His preferred garb was a satin-trimmed velvet robe and shoes, usually adorned with expensive jewelry."
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  • central casting
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