The board was criticized for its supine response to the investors' unreasonable demands.

董事會因對投資人無理要求的消極順從回應而遭到批評。

Critics said the union took a supine stance during the contract negotiations with management.

批評者表示，工會在與資方的合約談判中採取了軟弱不抵抗的立場。

Customers complained that the airline's supine attitude toward delays left them stranded overnight.

顧客抱怨航空公司對誤點一副消極被動的態度，害他們滯留了一整晚。