lip service
US /ˈlɪp ˌsɜːr.vɪs/
UK /ˈlɪp ˌsɜːr.vɪs/
1.
口头支持, 口惠而实不至
an expression of agreement or respect that is not accompanied by real conviction or action
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Many politicians pay lip service to environmental protection but do little to implement policies.
许多政客对环境保护只是口头支持，但很少采取实际行动来实施政策。
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She paid lip service to the idea of teamwork, but always worked independently.
她对团队合作的理念只是口头支持，但总是独立工作。