Alternative form of no matter how thin you slice it, it's still baloney

The world, or some other specified environment, is a harsh and dangerous place.

The tone and delivery of communication is at least as important as what is actually being said.

(idiomatic) To make things worse for someone in an adverse situation.

(US) Said when others seek to restrict one's behavior as a way of pointing out that an action is not illegal or forbidden.

Society is organized in a manner that gives preferential status to males; most positions of authority are occupied by men.

(idiomatic) Used as an excuse for drinking alcoholic beverages outside of customary hours.

(Australia, New Zealand, informal) What I am telling you is true.

(US) An informal farewell indicating the speaker's enjoyment of the time spent together. Often used ironically.

Synonym of it's all Greek to me