Sentence examples similar to empty show of power from inspiring English sources

The US, South Korea and North Korea are carrying out nothing but an empty show of strength to seek more bargaining power.

But some critics of R.J. have argued that "cheap justice" can embolden abusers: an empty show of remorse is how some people retain their power.

He put on a show of power.

"The leadership of both parties, both the Democrats and Republicans, want an empty show vote.

Just a show of smart power.

"This shows the stupidity of power.

He's the president, not a dictator, & his empty threats are an abuse of power.

Dark energy is more mysterious: the force in empty space, the power of the vacuum.

But then I was the proud possessor of an empty room with power outlets.

Used to the comfortable accoutrements of power, he seems sadly empty and desolate without them.

[w]ithout redistribution of power [participation] is an empty and frustrating process for the powerless.