on paper

phrase

1

: in writing

wants these promises on paper

2

: in theory

the plan looks good on paper

3

: figured at face value

on paper the stock was worth nearly a million dollars

Examples of on paper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Indiana Pacers roster makes sense, at least on paper, as the end of July approaches. — Tony East, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Communication patterns matter more than compatibility on paper, and therapists say the couples who thrive tend to share a few core habits that keep the relationship from drifting into roommate territory. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026

This should, on paper, be considered good news for all the companies that supply the equipment and other components for AI data centers. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 27 July 2026

Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and the potatoes from the oil and drain on paper towels. — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 July 2026

Rhymes for on paper

• newspaper
• notepaper
• sandpaper
• skyscraper
• wallpaper
• wastepaper
• caper
• raper
• scraper
• shaper
• taper
• vapor