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Do as I say, not as I do

A phrase that literally means "I am a hypocrite, but you should still obey me." It is commonly used to mock someone (usually a politician, but can actually be anyone) displaying utter hypocrisy of any kind.
California Governor Gavin Newsom tries to mandate masks in the state. Later, he was seen sitting at a restaurant table with eleven people. Every single one of those eleven people -- Newsom included -- was NOT wearing a mask.

"Do as I say, not as I do" he said, effectively sweeping it under the rug.
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not what you must to do like another think

famous quote from F.T.
not what you must to do like another think
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if its not worth it don't do it

the greatest phrase ever invented by skeppy.
skeppy: im not gonna do it because if its not worth it don't do it
baldboyhalo: STOP SAYING THAT SKEPPY!
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Not wanting anything to do with you.

Exactly what it means. Not sending anymore facebook messages, texts,. may include slamming doors if the person you don't want to be involved with shows up at your house.
Sarah: I am not wanting anything to do with you.

Mark: Baby give me one more chance!

Sarah: *slams door*
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do, but not pursue

a chick that is not hot, but not ugly. you would DO her if the opportunity came up, but otherwise you would not PURSUE her.
I would say that girl is a do, but not pursue
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Do As I Say Not As I Do

An expression used to call out hypocrites, including "environmentalists" with private jets, politicians who send their children to private schools while opposing measures to give other kids the same chance, or those who accuse others of racism while not hiring minorities.

Also the name of a 2005 book by Peter Schweizer, subtitled "Profiles in Liberal Hypocrisy."
Hillary Clinton is basicallly proof of Do As I Say Not As I Do.
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Do as I say, not as I do

A teacher or superior directing a student or subordinate not to follow a bad example they give, but to stick to the rules. Often used to imply hypocrisy, but could also have legitimate reasons.
Do as I say, not as I do, the congregation murmured, when the pastor preached decency after half the village had observed him getting overly friendly with the innkeeper's wife.

Do as I say, not as I do, said the old sailor to the boy, letting go with both hands of the yardarm, instructing the younger to always hold fast.
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