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Paper Tiger.
Paper Tiger - as a noun
The nature of a person or organization that appears powerful but is actually powerless and ineffectual
Example: "He reminded mao that the paper tiger had nuclear teeth"
Example Sentences
"The politician's tough talk turned out to be nothing more than a paper tiger."
"The school bully was feared by everyone, but in reality, he was just a paper tiger."
"The company's reputation as an industry leader proved to be a paper tiger when they faced financial difficulties."
"Despite his aggressive demeanor, the boss was revealed to be a paper tiger incapable of making tough decisions."
"The military power of the small nation was seen as a paper tiger by its neighboring countries."
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