realpolitik

Example Sentences

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Carter had been briefed by outgoing Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, whose “realpolitik” approach meant covertly cozying up to autocrats as they terrorized their citizens.

From Seattle Times

“The Diplomat” is concerned with the dynamics of the international order, the proper balance between idealism and realpolitik, and the fallout of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but it’s essentially a show about a marriage.

From New York Times

The gathering’s opening has not gone without controversy, with high ideals often clashing with realpolitik concerns.

From Washington Times

But this is about realpolitik as well as rapprochement and King Charles will become the first British monarch to give an address to Germany's parliament, the Bundestag.

From BBC

She, on the other hand, is a realpolitik kind of Mandalorian, open to new ways of thinking and new alliances.

From New York Times