do-nothing

Example Sentences

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It had become a “do-nothing law that promises to do everything,” Swaim wrote, while creating a new state bureaucracy in the process.

From Los Angeles Times

As much as Forrest is a know-nothing, except when it comes to knowing what love is, he’s also a do-nothing when it comes to acknowledging systemic wrongdoing.

From Salon

"Some people have been calling Staffordshire County Council a 'do-nothing council' over the last few months," he added.

From BBC

Heath, who represents independent venues, called it a “do-nothing bill.”

From Seattle Times

Whenever a company descends into dysfunction, often there’s a do-nothing board at the top.

From Los Angeles Times