on paper
(phrase)
= something that looks good in theory
Examples
Smith: What are your mum’s plans for investment?
Jeffrey: It’s still on paper!
The merger looks great on paper, but achieving a synergistic effect in the short term will not be easy.
The new proposal looks good on paper, but we need to test it in the market.
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Here are more examples of using "on paper":
On paper, the project is well-funded, but we lack the necessary resources to carry it out.
The team's strategy looks solid on paper, yet they struggle to execute it during games.
This investment opportunity appears attractive on paper, but we should conduct thorough research.
The schedule seems manageable on paper, but unexpected delays could complicate things.
Some synonyms for the phrase "on paper":
In theory
In principle
Theoretically
On the surface
In an ideal world
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"The merger looks great on paper, but achieving a synergistic effect in the short term will not be easy."
What does "on paper" mean in this context?
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A) Difficult to read
B) Appears good in theory
C) Used for writing
D) Requires approval
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