mere spectator

Frequency: 6.88.5 per million words

Used to emphasize that someone is only watching and not participating.

spectatorADJECTIVE + spectator

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mere

Examples (10)

  • He felt like a mere spectator as his friends made all the decisions.
  • Despite being present, she was nothing more than a mere spectator in the unfolding drama.
  • In a rapidly changing world, we cannot afford to be mere spectators.
  • The new policy ensured that employees were not mere spectators but active contributors.
  • He had always been a mere spectator in life, never truly engaging.
  • Don't just be a mere spectator; get involved and make a difference!
  • The documentary aimed to make the audience more than mere spectators, encouraging reflection.
  • From being an active player, he was reduced to a mere spectator due to injury.
  • She refused to remain a mere spectator while injustice unfolded before her eyes.
  • If you only ever watch, you'll remain a mere spectator and never experience true joy.