تلاش کریں
on paper
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theoretically rather than practically
What is the origin of the idiom "on paper" and when to use it?
The phrase "on paper" is an idiom used to indicate that something appears to be a certain way when examined theoretically or in a written or planned form. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented, but it is rooted in the idea that written documents or plans can outline an ideal scenario or concept.
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as written or printed
مثال
Addition can be done using a calculator or by writing numbers on paper.
In their study, participants were told to circumscribe objects on paper without looking at what they were drawing.
The architectural design looked great on paper, but seeing the actual building in real life was stunning.
The musician was eager to get the catchy melody down on paper.
On paper, the project seemed perfect, but we encountered unforeseen challenges during execution.
