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Blowing Smoke
Blowing Smoke
Blowing Smoke : Phrases
Meaning:
To be boasting without being able to back it up, talking about action without intent to follow through.
Example:
Do you really want to buy this car or are you just blowing smoke?
Origin:
Magicians often use smoke in their performance to obscure your view and conceal a bit of trickery. A person who is blowing smoke is tricking you and attempting to cover it up.
See also : Smoke and Mirrors
