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Origin of Phrases - S
Smoke and mirrors
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.
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