on paper

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

While the disparate elements that go into a given arrangement might appear jumbled on paper, one always senses the logic behind each piece.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Her aim, with “Whistler,” she has said, is to put down on paper how much they loved each other.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

There was little question on paper which of these two teams brought more artistry to Budapest.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Ranked 114 places higher than Urhobo, Boulter was the favourite on paper - but limited exposure to clay has sometimes meant she has struggled against lower-ranked opposition on the surface.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Pages and pages of observations, recounting his experiences, mostly so he will not forget them but also to capture something of the circus on paper, something he can hold on to.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern