Sentences with word «throwaway»

But if the pilot was just a series of throwaway lines, it's one thing.

What Chase did have was Hughes» tightly written script, peppered with sight gags and such a deep arsenal of throwaway lines that new ones emerge with every viewing («Don't forget the rubber sheets and the gerbils.»)

Equally unremarkable are Oscar - nominees Queen Latifah (for Chicago) and Terrence Howard (for Hustle and Flow) who were wasted in throwaway roles as a miracle - performing fairy and latter - day Scrooge, respectively.

Cast has both the association with throwaway culture and that of permanence.

This makes the quests feel more important and not like throwaway missions.

This story deserved better, and although Cate Blanchett delivers top - notch work as usual, the rest of the cast is wasted in throwaway roles, including Robert Redford, who never really makes a mark as iconic news anchor Dan Rather.

In this universe rife with inside jokes and gems disguised as throwaway lines, Guest himself appears as the wondrously detached director of the film, who asserts his authority by not asserting it when dealing with addled actors or wounded first - time screenwriters (Bob Balaban and Michael McKean).

But, again, some smarter details lie in the writing, as in smart throwaway jokes like a briefly - glimpsed newspaper headline that informs of the possibility of rolling blackouts in Monstropolis.

To add fuel to this already great fire, Mourinho has taken every chance possible to disrespect one of the longest standing managers in the English game with throwaway comments such as Wenger being a «voyeur» and «specialist in failure».

However, a seemingly throwaway comment from Sony Europe boss Jim Ryan might suggest that Red Dead Redemption 2 will also be waving PlayStation colors on the show floor at E3.

(Compare this to any number of throwaway moments on Louis C.K.'s TV series where the banter and atmosphere always seemed real.)

The X-Men duo — Colossus (mo - capped with Stepan Kapicic) and Negasonic Teenage Warhead (Brianna Hildebrand) from Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters provide sufficient materials for more throwaway gags.

She was not represented by a commercial gallery, and her artworks — made from throwaway materials such as plywood, tinfoil, polystyrene and cardboard — were known to few people outside a narrow segment of the art world.

Despite his subject matter, Robinson's art isn't politicized — it doesn't appear to address the environmental destruction caused by our rampant throwaway society.

For Throwaway Lines Often Ring True, he offers another take on this text - the centerpiece for the exhibit - a monumental 9 by 7 foot canvas, featuring all 2,300 words from the 26 songs in the album.

And if that wasn't bad enough, the game relies on throwaway characters and absurd unlockables to bolster its roster of fighters.

Alex Kidd might have been portrayed as Sega's mascot, but with throwaway games like BMX Trial and Alex Kidd in High - Tech World, you'd be forgiven for thinking he was their whipping boy.

Xiaomi made its name by selling high - quality products at throwaway prices, and the wireless charging pad reinforces that notion.

In fact, these provide the sensible, value investor a good hunting ground to identify quality stocks at throwaway prices.

The city of Brussels, for instance, plans to spend $ 100 million on plastics recycling and clean - up research and set restrictions on the production of single - use throwaway items like plastic bags.

«This suggests the potential of designing new kinds of provisions that subreddit moderators could use to identify potential support - seeking and sensitive disclosures by throwaway accounts, so they can direct timely help and support.»

The characters are mostly weak throwaway characters with a couple of exceptions (the protagonist thankfully being one of them).

But more than just throwaway jokes, I love the more subtle touches of humor.

ALWAYS be sure to use throwaway email address not associated with your personal accounts, and add whatever extra-layer of security that the exchange offers (usually in the form of 2 - factor authentication).

So this finding highlights the importance of anonymous platforms and identity segmentation tools, such as throwaway accounts on Reddit, to encourage support - seeking in populations that otherwise find it hard to self - disclose and ask for help.»

They are noted for «shock tactics», use of throwaway materials, wild - living, and an attitude «both oppositional and entrepreneurial».

There's a good throwaway bit early on with Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) as well as an amusing confrontation between the Hulk and Loki.

Early Signs of Decline (pdf) Introduction Our Socially Divided World Health Challenge Growing Throwaway Economy in Trouble Population and Resource Conflicts Environmental Refugees on the Rise Mounting Stresses, Failing States Chapter 6 Data (xls)

There are shadows of their past in Hall Pass, particularly one bit that takes a seemingly throwaway line about the sexual desperation of one character and plays it out to its pathetic extreme, but the rest of the long - form jokes are old standbys or false starts.

It's a complete throwaway film, shelved by the studio for almost three years, that is neither good nor bad and requires no investment on any viewer's part except time spent.

That McAffrey slept with the congressman's wife (Robin Wright Penn) years ago, which should have cast a shadow on the relationship, results in nothing more than a few throwaway moments with no payoff other than a little screen time for Penn, who wears years of disappointment and resignation well.

If you already cloth diaper your baby or toddler, you've taken one step away from the mainstream throwaway mentality depleting our earth of its resources and quickly overflowing our landfills.

Bruce Willis has been in a ton of throwaway action movies of the past decade.

It cleverly uses time travel to give the game this illusion of throwaway stories which are in fact deeply rooted into its overall plan.

Instead of being throwaway modes, Ys VIII makes use of its frenetic combat to deliver a satisfying experience whether you're crawling through dungeons, fighting in raids, or engaging in hunts.

Living creatures have become throwaway items to be cuddled when cute and abandoned when inconvenient.

Jesus compares the kingdom of heaven to a mustard seed: a speck, an almost throwaway item, that then matures into a glorious 20 - foot tree.

In the same year, a British mom, Valarie Hunter Gordon made a double piece throwaway diaper.

Carell throws himself into the role, yet again moving leaps and bounds away from the memorable if throwaway comedy roles he was clocking in just a decade ago.

Additional guest stars including Kathy Bates (channeling her season seven «The Office» character), Cecily Strong, Kristen Schaal, Annie Mumolo, Michael McDonald and Margo Martindale are all wasted in throwaway parts, only a goofy, good - natured Tyler Labine allowed to make anything more than just a passing imprint upon the proceedings.

Outside of a five - word Clinton throwaway mention of debt - free college, education didn't make even a token appearance in the 45 minutes the candidates spent talking about «prosperity».

Avoiding generic or throwaway statements along the lines of «my name is» will be crucial to keep those in decision - making positions interested in what you have to say.

Perhaps Sony didn't anticipate the need for Vita to be more competitive with mobile devices, maybe by offering cheaper throwaway games or a way to use you Vita in place of your mobile phone.

Susan said: «People don't realise how risky it is to make throwaway comments on social media sites.