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Smoke and Mirrors
Smoke and Mirrors
Smoke and Mirrors : Phrases
Meaning:
Not real, lacking substance, to create an illusion.
Example:
Congress proposes to cut taxes, increase spending, and reduce the budget deficit all at the same time through the judicious application of smoke and mirrors.
Origin:
Magicians often use smoke and mirrors to create illusions and obscure your vision of a bit of trickery. A person who is using smoke and mirrors is creating an illusion.
See also : Blowing Smoke
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