easier said than done

Idioms and Phrases

Also, more easily said than done . Describing something more readily talked about than accomplished, as in Keeping the cats off the sofa is easier said than done . This expression also was put as sooner or better said than done . Today, the variant ( more easily ) is still heard less often than the original. [c. 1450]

Example Sentences

Much of which is far easier said than done with Republicans controlling the White House and, quite possibly, both chambers of Congress.

From Los Angeles Times

But there is no doubt that is easier said than done.

From BBC

But conservationists say that this is easier said than done.

From BBC

For most of the voters we spoke to, it’s easier said than done.

From Los Angeles Times

A fast start against this Liverpool team might be easier said than done, with Arne Slot having made a noticeable difference to the Reds' defence.

From BBC

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