on paper
Example Sentences
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The thesis is enlarged by a small group of sculptures, and works on paper and other supports, in many different mediums and techniques.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
By July 17, the county had completed its review and concluded that the district had met the legal requirement to present a plan for a balanced budget — at least on paper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
The tie between Dagenham & Redbridge, then in League Two, and a Brentford side recently promoted to the Championship may not have looked the most interesting on paper, but it certainly delivered a gripping match.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
It’s a strategy that often works better on paper than in reality.
From Slate ● Aug. 5, 2026
The food was served on paper plates, and they ate with paper utensils.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
