drive for show, putt for dough

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. Long drive shots may look impressive, but putting accuracy on the green is most important in order to win.

Word forms

drive for show, putt for dough

Etymology

Chosen for the rhyme. See dough (“money”).

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