Meaning of the word "on paper" in English
What does "on paper" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
on paper
US /ɑn ˈpeɪpər/
UK /ɑn ˈpeɪpər/
Idiom
1.
in theory rather than in reality
Example:
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The plan looks good on paper, but I'm not sure it will work in practice.
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On paper, he's the perfect candidate, but his interview was terrible.
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