for show
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Idiomatic intended to be seen but not bought or used; aesthetic as opposed to practical.
- Wealthy Nauruans spent their abundant money on cars that were for show.
- Guys, get down from the climbing frames! They're just there for show!2024, Teacher Tommy T, What did I miss? 🤣 #schoolmemes #school #teacher #schoolmemories #teaching #schooldays #students:
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Idiomatic done in an insincere or affected manner in order to impress others.