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The meaning of "back seat driver"

" Back seat driver "
Meaning:
Someone who criticizes from the side-lines without being directly involved.
Example:
She's always ready to be a back seat driver and tell people what to do but she never does anything herself.
Where did it originate?:
USA, 20th century.
Where is it used?:
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