virtually powerless

Examples (10)

• If he took control, they would be rendered virtually powerless.
• Without access to information, citizens are virtually powerless against corruption.
• The small nation felt virtually powerless against the invading army.
• Despite their efforts, the local authorities were virtually powerless to stop the spread of the disease.
• After the budget cuts, the department became virtually powerless to initiate new projects.
• She felt virtually powerless to change her situation, despite her strong desire.
• The new regulations left small businesses virtually powerless in negotiations with large corporations.
• He argued that the opposition party was now virtually powerless to influence policy.
• In the face of such overwhelming natural forces, humanity is often virtually powerless.
• The outdated legal framework made the regulatory body virtually powerless to enforce compliance.