How to stop Claude from saying load-bearing
jola.dev
July 14, 2026
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Summary
The MessageDisplay hook allows users to modify Claude's vocabulary, including replacing phrases like "load-bearing seams." A Python script can be created to implement these vocabulary changes through specific replacements.
Key Takeaways
- A script can be created to replace specific phrases in Claude's output, such as changing "load-bearing" to "cooked."
- The script utilizes Python and regular expressions to perform text replacements based on a predefined dictionary of phrases.
- Users can implement the script by placing it in the appropriate directory and configuring their Claude settings to use the new hook.
- Hooks in Claude load at startup, requiring users to start a new session to activate the changes.
Community Sentiment
Positives
- Some users appreciate Claude's unique phrasing, noting that everyone has their own voice, which is usually acceptable until it's echoed by millions of generated tokens.
- One commenter enjoys experimenting with Claude's output to make it sound more human, suggesting that there's still potential for creativity in AI-generated text.
Concerns
- Claude's repetitive speech patterns are driving people crazy, making it sound like a frustrating project manager rather than a helpful assistant.
- Commenters are concerned that LLMs are getting stuck in predictable verbal tics, which diminish their usefulness and make interactions tedious.
- The focus on RLHF seems to have stripped models of their ability to convey unique voices, leaving users feeling like they're conversing with a soulless machine.
