Davis' subtle enactment of Edgar, who claims deteriorating health, equally embraces his bullying ways, empty swagger and self-pitying, reflective moments of broken spirit.

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"One minute Bale's Patrick is a cowering corporate geek and self-described empty shell, the next an arrogant, name-dropping smoothie, the next a hysterical wimp unable to distinguish reality from fantasy, " it said.

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The company has issued another statement after a parked, thankfully empty Karma EV opted for some self-immolation in a Californian parking lot last Friday.

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Their confidence in Wall Street already badly shaken, shareholders need more than empty "we've changed" promises from a mostly self-regulating Wall Street to restore their trust in the system.

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Footie fans can breathe a sigh of relief thanks to the state-of-the-art trolley which comes complete with tilting iPad holder and speakers, a front bumper complete with a sensor which lets off a warning beep if you get too close to other shoppers and an onboard battery with self-charging solar panel to ensure the viewing device never runs on empty.

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He seemed to experience a momentary high and self-esteem boost when acquiring these things, which quickly left him feeling just as empty.

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