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hollow

adjective as in deep, resonant in sound

adjective as in meaningless

adjective as in false, artificial

verb as in empty out; make concave

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Example Sentences

The words are hollow, however, as Trump shows no actual sign of being willing to stand up to Musk, who is operating as the shadow president.

From Salon

Down in the hollowed out rural towns across the country, people can relate to bankruptcy.

From Salon

She exacts her revenge, yes, but it only makes her feel hollow.

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So, the sight of the Tates appearing to receive special treatment plays into the notion that Romania's institutions are hollow and cater only to those with money.

From BBC

He’s got too much on his mind to allow this monkey to really go bananas, and his indecision makes the movie’s nihilistic viewpoint feel all the more hollow and forced.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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