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Not worth the paper it’s written/printed on

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Lack of CredibilityPlay
Used to express that a document or statement is not trustworthy or reliable. SlideTheir guarantee turned out to be not worth the paper it's printed on.
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Hyperbolic ExpressionPlay
It's an exaggerated way of saying something is completely useless or ineffective. SlideHis vows of loyalty were not worth the paper they were written on.
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Legal DisputesPlay
Often invoked when formal agreements or contracts fail to hold up in practice or law. SlideThe non-compete clause is not worth the paper it's printed on.