all sizzle and no steak
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British pronunciation/ˈɔːl sˈɪzəl and nˈəʊ stˈeɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈɔːl sˈɪzəl ænd nˈoʊ stˈeɪk/
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Разочарование или уныние

(of a person or thing) having a flashy or showy exterior, but when examined closely or experienced fully, it fails to meet expectations or deliver on its promises

What is the origin of the idiom "all sizzle and no steak" and when to use it?

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The phrase "all sizzle and no steak" is an idiom that originated in the United States. The word "sizzle" refers to the exciting or attractive aspects, while "steak" represents the substance or actual value. This expression is often used to critique situations, products, or individuals that over-promise but under-deliver.

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