Choose whether the italicized phrase in the sentence below is trite, vague, slang, or stilted: . 1. she worked her fingers to the bone.. 2. the party was very nice.. 3. the performance was really cool! . 4. it is of the utmost importance that you utilize the appropriate writing instrument in the completion of this instructional sequence.. 5. those kinds of things are very interesting. 6. the imminence of inclement weather requires one to allow sufficient time for adequate preparation.. 7. boy, it's as hot as a firecracker out here! i'll just have to bite the bullet and deal with it..