Whenever newcomers boast about their flashy titles, my grandfather would just smile and say, "it ain't the whistle that pulls the train" to remind us that actions matter more than appearances.

In meetings he often reminds everyone that the whistle does not pull the train, meaning authority alone cannot make things move.

When someone brags about their title but can't do the work, my father always said it isn't the whistle that pulls the train.

As my grandfather used to say, the whistle doesn't pull the train, so give credit to those who do the real work.

Excuse me, where does this train go?

The new advanced train control system will monitor train locations, analyze traffic patterns, and automate track warrants to improve safety.

I'm afraid that train has left the station, so we should stop hoping for that deal.

I'm afraid that train has already left the station, so we'll have to take the next one.

She asked, 'how do I get to the train station' as she unfolded the city map.