Idioms

be full of baloney

be full of baloney

To be not at all sincere, genuine, or trustworthy. "Baloney" in this sense might have originated from the word "blarney," which means flattering or nonsensical talk; more usually it refers to bologna sausage, which is blended from different meats, therefore implying content of inferior or dubious quality. A: "Frank said he would quit if the boss spoke to him again like that." B: "Oh, that Frank's so full of baloney. He wouldn't have the guts to quit." The politician swears that she is passionate about making a difference in the world, but I think she's full of baloney. She wants power, just like the rest of 'em! You're going to give me $5,000 if I sign the lease today? Yeah, you're full of baloney.
See also: baloney, full, of

full of baloney

Not at all sincere, genuine, or trustworthy. Baloney in this sense might have originated from the word "blarney," which means flattering or nonsensical talk; more usually it refers to bologna sausage, which is blended from different meats, therefore implying content of inferior or dubious quality. A: "Frank said he would quit if the boss spoke to him again like that." B: "Oh, that Frank's so full of baloney. He wouldn't have the guts to quit." The politician swears that she is passionate about making a difference in the world, but I think she's full of baloney. She wants power, just like the rest of 'em! You're going to give me $5,000 if I sign the lease today? Yeah, you're full of baloney.
See also: baloney, full, of
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