easier said than done

/ˈiːzɪə sˈɛd ðɐn dˈʌn/

/ˈiːzɪɚ sˈɛd ðɐn dˈʌn/

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not difficult in words compared to how difficult it can be in practice

Examples

1. I know it's easier said than done, because although I have gotten better at - Compared to a few years ago, I have gotten a little bit better about not, like, being so upset when a certain percentage is like, "Ugh!"

2. I know, it's easier said than done 'cause even a lot of us who seek help make it difficult to accept it 'cause I know when people are like, "If you want to text me about anything, you can."

3. I know that's easier said than done when you're a child because, like, you know, legal things and whatnot.

4. And, obviously, this can be easier said than done.