[Idiom] NOT WORTH THE PAPER IT'S WRITTEN ON. - Understanding the Value of Words and Promises

Completely worthless.

The idiom 'Not worth the paper it’s written on' refers to documents or agreements that are worthless and lack legitimacy or effectiveness. This could apply to a contract filled with legal loopholes or a promissory note from someone unreliable. The phrase vividly suggests that the document would be more useful if recycled than in its current form, emphasizing the importance of trust and credibility in agreements.

Example Sentences

1. The fake contract wasn't worth the paper it's written on.

   The fraudulent contract had no value or credibility.

2. The promise he made was not worth the paper it’s written on.

   The promise he made was unreliable and meaningless.

3. Her assurance turned out to be not worth the paper it’s written on.

   Her assurance proved to be worthless.