all mouth and trousers — meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

  British Englishinformal
  • Descriptive of someone whose talk is matched by readiness to act or by a tough, assertive manner; implies that boastful speech is supported by capability or resolve.

  Examples

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  • Don't underestimate Sara; she's all mouth and trousers and won't hesitate to back up her words with action.

    No subestimes a Sara; ella habla con hechos y no dudará en respaldar sus palabras con acciones.

  • If Tom talks a big game, it's because he's all mouth and trousers—he always follows through on his promises.

    Si Tom habla mucho, es porque cumple con lo que dice; siempre cumple sus promesas.

  • You can tell Jack is all mouth and trousers by the way he confidently takes charge during tough situations.

    Se nota que Jack es práctico y decidido por cómo toma el mando en situaciones difíciles.