Sentence examples for In name only from inspiring English sources

The phrase "In name only" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used to describe a situation where something exists in title or designation but lacks the substance or qualities associated with it. Example: "The committee was a formality, existing in name only, as no real decisions were ever made."

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In name only, I guess".

— fiscal conservative in name only".

This was competitive in name only.

"We are Iraqis in name only".

players were amateurs in name only.

It was a hit in name only.

Both will be deputies in name only.

But it would be in name only.

They're Democrats Except In Name Only.

The show is his in name only.

It is N.B.A. in name only.

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