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Fine words shall butter no parsnips
fine words shall butter no parsnips
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used to emphasize that empty words or flattery are not sufficient to accomplish a task or reach a goal; rather, it is the action and effort that count
Proverb
Exempel
The politician's speeches were filled with beautiful words and promises, but unfortunately, fine words butter no parsnips, and he failed to deliver on most of his campaign pledges.
