realpolitik

Example Sentences

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Some might argue this is simply realpolitik—pragmatic, unfair, occasionally ruthless.

From Salon

This is different from the hawkish perspective that sees our rivals aligning and wants to rush ahead to 1941, fast-forwarding the 1930s, dismissing any caution or realpolitik as simple appeasement.

From Seattle Times

Today, it seems, realpolitik is back in fashion as the US battles to claw back influence in the Asia-Pacific region.

From BBC

If that happened, Western powers would have to make a choice between backing Ottawa or New Delhi, a choice between supporting the principle of the rule of law or the hard necessity of realpolitik.

From BBC

But the stakes in this war also come down to realpolitik — or, if you’d like to stick to English, harsh reality.

From Los Angeles Times