Sentence examples for perfunctory expressions from inspiring English sources
In Westchester County, interviews at Holy Innocents Roman Catholic Church in Pleasantville and at St . Agnes Hospital and Childrens Rehabilitation Center in White Plains showed hints of mourning, and a few almost perfunctory expressions of regret at his death, but no upwelling of emotions.
"Consequently the most one can expect is superficial rhetoric, sporadic acts of philanthropy and perfunctory expressions of concern for the environment, whereas any genuine attempt by groups within society to introduce change is viewed as a nuisance based on romantic illusions or an obstacle to be circumvented".
I gave a perfunctory look to every room, then went to the kitchen.
Their respectful but perfunctory applause hearkened Cordelia's expressions of subdued respect to King Lear: "I love your Majesty According to my bond, no more nor less".
I anticipated a glassy look and perfunctory smile, and so kept the story to myself.
How many times have you heard the expression "PR darling!", as if our work is perfunctory and can be executed without much thought?
The content is perfunctory — "Go fishing where the fish are" — but the cover offers a nicely literal expression of China's dedication to improving one's lot.
So things become disappointingly perfunctory.
"Rape is perfunctory," he says.
