Meaning of on paper in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Adverb

    on paper

    Definitions

    1. as written or printed

    Examples

    • « this is exactly what the composer had set down on paper »
  2. 2. as described in contrast to as practiced

    Examples

    • « on paper, this looks like a good idea »
  3. 3. according to the assumed facts

    Examples

    • « on paper the candidate seems promising »

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