Banana republics are run on cronyism.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
This is America, not a banana republic.
In a banana republic, one might slip on a banana peel but things do work - now and then for the people, albeit inefficiently and unreliably.
Honduras was the original 'banana republic,' and its poverty remains extreme.
To be honest, I think bananas are a pathetic fruit.
Life is full of banana skins. You slip, you carry on.
I'm getting so old, I don't even buy green bananas anymore.
I'm so old, I don't buy green bananas any more.
I hate bananas. I just hate them. But I also think a banana suit is the funniest fruit costume a person can wear.
Misquoting drives me bananas.
Banana Republic stands for casual sportswear, relaxed outdoor clothing with some elements of adventure and travel. The clothes are more about style, value, and taste than they are about fashion.