Sentence examples for only nominal from inspiring English sources

The unity government exerts only nominal authority over them.

Pandit agreed to take only nominal remuneration until Citigroup returns to sustained profits.

Shiite parties are leaning toward forming a united coalition with only nominal Sunni support.

The rules permit lobbyists to provide refreshment of "only nominal value".

There were no hearings with a range of economic and tax experts, and only nominal debate.

The alaafin, now a traditional ruler, has only nominal sovereignty over other traditional Yoruba chiefs.

Members get only nominal compensation $6.30 an hour in Ohio or sometimes only travel expenses.

But that secrecy was only nominal: the story was public soon afterwards.

Mr. Gedan's client, who had sought $3.1 million, was awarded only nominal damages.

Much of the money has not been distributed, and many victims have gotten only nominal payments.

Wenger argues plausibly that Chelsea will be given a severe test, but this was only nominal preparation.