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This software consists of two disks, one labeled Installation and Program, the other Synonym Linguibase, and a manual. The manual sets forth everything with clarity, and the program is simple to install, requiring only a few minutes. | This software consists of two disks, one labeled Installation and Program, the other Synonym Linguibase. The manual shows with clarity, and it's simple to install. | 6 |
The LAT focuses on new dissension within the Israeli government about whether or not Israel should continue to maintain forces in southern Lebanon, dissension fueled when an Israeli commando raid there late last week was ambushed, with twelve deaths the result. Perhaps the most striking indicator of a change of mood in... | Text to Shorten The LAT focuses on new dissension within the Israeli government about whether or not Israel should continue to maintain forces in southern Lebanon. Perhaps the most striking indicator of a change of mood inside the government reported by the paper is the news that cabinet member Ariel Sharon, is among ... | 6 |
Helen W. Power, in Women on Language; Women in Language, [ XV, 2 ] may bewail the insensitivity of the male. But she betrays her own elitist insensitivity when she describes a flight attendant as the person who passes peanuts on an airplane. | Helen W. Power, Women in Language, may mourn the unconcern of the male. But betrays her own unconcern when labeling a flight attendant as a person who passes peanuts on a plane. | 6 |
The 100 maps selected for representation from the Survey yield information on several hundred words, some of which are clear variants, others quite different lexical entities. For instance, Map 34 shows the areas, marked off by boundary lines, where the variants chimley chimbley, chimmock, chimdey, chimbey, and chimney... | The 100 maps selected for representation from the Survey yield information on several hundred words. For instance, Map 34 shows the areas, where the variants chimley chimbley, chimmock, chimdey, chimbey, and chimney occur. | 6 |
President Bush has agreed to meet within 90 days with Mr. Barco, President Alan Garcia of Peru and President Jaime Paz Zamora of Bolivia to discuss the drug problem. It might not be a bad idea to do that sooner, rather than later. | President Bush will meet with Mr. Barco, President Alan Garcia of Peru, and President Jaime Paz Zamora to discuss the drug problem within 90 days. | 6 |
The trouble is that Stephanopoulos himself helped propagate those lies in the first place. During the 1992 campaign, when Gennifer Flowers first brought Clinton's philandering to public attention, Stephanopoulos--as Clinton's chief spinner, distracter, and all-around bullshit artist--played a crucial role in discrediti... | Stephanopoulos helped propagate the lies in the first place. During the 1992 campaign, when Gennifer Flowers exposed Clinton's philandering, Stephanopoulos, Clinton's chief spinner & all around bullshit artist, helped to discredit Flowers & anyone who tried to speak the truth, namely Clinton's disturbing zipper proble... | 6 |
Sony Columbia Acquisition Corp., formed for the Columbia deal, will formally take ownership of the movie studio later this month, a spokesman said. Sony is paying $27 a share, or $3.55 billion, cash and is assuming $1.4 billion of long - term debt. | Sony Columbia Acquisition Corp., formed for the Columbia deal, will take ownership of the movie studio later this month. Sony paid $3.55 billion and is assuming $1.4 billion of debt. | 6 |
Iraq says the United States and Britain hold up delivery of needed supplies, using their clout in the United Nations. The U.S. government says it wants to ensure that Iraq is not buying items that appear to be humanitarian in nature but that could be used for making weapons. | Iraq says the US and Britain stop needed supplies. The U.S. government says it wants to ensure that Iraq is not buying items that appear to be humanitarian but that could be used as weapons. | 6 |
I would like to make a couple of comments on articles in the Autumn 1988 issue [ XV, 2 ]. Re the article on Cuthbert, Dickens uses intercourse to mean ` communication between people ' in A Christmas Carol when Scrooge says I will not be the man I must have been but for this intercourse to the third Spirit. | In the article on Cuthbert in the Autumn 1988 issue [XV, 2], intercourse means `communication between people' when Scrooge says "I will not be the man I must have been but for this intercourse to the third Spirit.". | 6 |
Defenders hopes to raise at least $100,000 to help Alaskans For Wildlife, a coalition of Alaska citizens, win a citizens ’ ballot initiative this November. And we face very wealthy opponents. | Defenders hopes to raise at least $100,000 to help Alaskans win a citizens ’ ballot initiative this November despite very wealthy opponents. | 6 |
Many a raucous snigger has been sniggered from the pure-minded use of a word that suggests unmentionable parts of the human body. It does not take a too-wicked mind to read into such terms meanings of a lewd nature. | Many a raucous snigger has resulted from the innocent use of a double entendre about human anatomy. It does not take a wicked mind to notice those lewd meanings. | 6 |
DTV has an interactive picture-in-picture programming guide that makes watching and controlling your television easy. Quick and concise, an on-screen information banner automatically gives you the who, when, and where of what’s on. | DTV has an interactive picture-in-picture programming guide that makes watching and controlling your television easy with on-screen information. | 6 |
Give the NYT credit for getting Mother Teresa back on the front page and a bonus point for including some criticism of her in the story. " Not everyone in Calcutta, or India for that matter, is unanimous in praising the nun, whose organization was able to raise millions of dollars worldwide but made virtually no signif... | Give the NYT credit for getting Mother Teresa back on the front page and including criticism of her in the story. Not everyone in Calcutta is unanimous in praising the nun, whose organization was able to raise millions but made no significant changes in this city's poor neighborhoods. | 6 |
The 1993 documentary The War Room captures some of his efforts on tape. Early in the film, with the Flowers crisis in full bloom, Sam Donaldson interviews Stephanopoulos, who blames it all on the " Republican attack machine. " | The film The War Room records his efforts. In the film, Sam Donaldson interviews Stephanopoulos during the Flowers crisis. He blames it on a "Republican attack machine." | 6 |
In the Texas case, reports USAT, the defendant companies have agreed to pay about $15 billion over 25 years to reimburse the state for expenses it incurred in the treatment of smoking-related illnesses. That makes Texas the third state to settle such a case, joining Florida and Mississippi. | The defendant companies have agreed to pay $15 billion over 25 years to reimburse Texas for expenses related to treating smoking-related illnesses. Texas is the third state to do this, joining Florida and Mississippi. | 6 |
Roe vs. Wade, the 1973 case legalizing abortion, made fetal viability an important legal concept. The Supreme Court ruled that states cannot put the interests of a fetus ahead of the interests of the pregnant woman until the fetus is " viable. " | Roe vs. Wade made fetal viability a legal concept. The Supreme Court rules that states can't place the interests of a fetus above of the pregnant woman until the fetus is "viable". | 6 |
The savings are counted in more ways than dollars and cents, however. The families of the new wage earners may feel the accomplishment in terms of a house to live in, money to purchase food - - without food stamps - - and the beginning of a family focused on success, not hopelessness. | The savings are counted in more than dollars and cents, however. Families of new wage earners may feel the accomplishment in terms of a house, money for food, and a new focus on success, not hopelessness. | 6 |
Leonard Bloomfield, having begun with a theory of meaning which emphasized the environment in which objects were present and named, had to add the obvious proviso that we sometimes mention what is not present. I have lately been reading accounts of the exploration of the western and northwestern deserts of Australia in... | Bloomfield said that we often mention what is not present. I have been reading accounts of the exploration of the deserts of Australia in the 1870s and I have become aware of the absent necessities of a discourse. | 6 |
The factory is highly automated and designed to shift flexibly to produce many different kinds of chips to suit demand. " The diversity is the big difference with this plant, " said Richard Doherty, president of Envisioneering, a research firm. | The factory is highly automated, designed for flexibility to suit demand. "The diversity is the big difference with this plant," said Envisioneering president Richard Doherty. | 6 |
Yes, said Richard Brilla, director of the new facility, " but the donuts are a lot more costly here. " Each wafer, holding hundreds of chips, is worth $6,000 to $10,000 apiece, depending on what insulation, circuitry and materials are used. | Yes, said Brilla, director of the new facility, "but the donuts are a lot more costly here." Each wafer is worth $6,000 to $10,000 apiece, depending on what materials are used. | 6 |
Somerset Maugham was a good and careful grammarian but now and then he slipped. In The Letter, a solicitor, Mr. Joyce, is approached by a Mr. Crosbie: He spoke beautiful English, accenting each word with precision, and Mr. Joyce had often wondered at the extent of his vocabulary.... | Somerset Maugham was a grammarian who sometimes slipped. In The Letter, Mr. Joyce is approached by Mr. Crosbie: He spoke beautifully and Mr. Joyce often wondered about the extent of his vocabulary. | 6 |
The goal of MCCOY, Inc. has been to make a difference. In 1998, MCCOY, Inc. led two efforts that, we believe, will help our community continue to take the steps necessary to help all young people grow up and develop well. | The goal of MCCOY has been to make a difference. In 1998, MCCOY led two efforts that, we believe, will help our community grow up and develop well. | 6 |
Among these are rules governing emissions that limit visibility in the national parks, and rules governing pollution that drifts eastward from Midwestern power plants. Indeed, Bush has already made clear his intention to roll back one of the most important of these regulations, a provision known as new source review th... | These include rules on visibility-limiting emissions in the national parks and pollution from Midwestern power plants. Bush has already made clear his intention to roll back new source review, an important provision that compels utilities to install modern pollution controls when upgrading older plants. | 6 |
MCCOY Inc., originally founded as a government agency but re-organized in 1993 as an independent not-for-profit, is a county-wide youth services coordinating, planning, and convening agency. Its purpose is to encourage collaboration and cooperation between the various agencies, programs, and systems that serve our comm... | MCCOY Inc.is a county-wide youth services coordinating, planning, and convening agency. Its purpose is to encourage collaboration and cooperation between the various agencies, programs, and systems that serve our community's youth. | 6 |
You see, the Alaska legislature passed a law that once again allows any private citizen with just a $15 trapping or $25 hunting license to track wolves by aircraft and then land and gun them down. This cruel, unethical wolf - hunting practice is called “ same - day airborne land - and - shoot. ” | The Alaska legislature passed a law that allows any citizen with a $15 trapping or $25 hunting license to track wolves and gun them down. This wolf-hunting practice is called "same day airborne land and shoot" | 6 |
Almost 1,800 men were assembled n late 1944 to join the top - secret unit called the 509th Composite Group. Col. Paul Tibbets, the pilot who would drop the world's first atomic bomb over Hiroshima, Japan, was commander of the unit and chose the men. | In 1944, 1,800 men assembled into the 509th Composite Group. The leader of the group was Col. Paul Tibbets, who would later drop the first atomic bomb over Hiroshima. | 6 |
Odd - year elections attract relatively few ballot issues. But the 1989 fall total of 80, while well below 1988 activity, shows " a steady ratcheting up in citizen referenda and initiatives, " says Patrick McGuigan, editor of Family, Law and Democracy Report. | Odd - year elections attract relatively few ballot issues. But the 1989 fall total of 80 shows " a steady ratcheting up in citizen referenda and initiatives, " says Patrick McGuigan. | 6 |
The El Paso, Texas, maker of Western boots and leather accessories said the preferred stock would accrue dividends at a 12 % rate, but wouldn't be paid for the first two years. The stock would be redeemed in five years, subject to terms of the surviving company's debt. | The El Paso, TX, maker of Western attire said the preferred stock would accrue dividends at a 12 % rate, but wouldn't be paid for the first two years. The stock would be redeemed in five years. | 6 |
Great destinations, your choice of itineraries, big bonus miles, and 3rd and 4th passengers cruise FREE — now sailing away with Renaissance Cruises is more rewarding than ever. But see for yourself, because | Great destinations ,itineraries, bonus miles, and 3rd and 4th passengers cruise FREE — sailing away with Renaissance Cruises is more rewarding than ever. | 6 |
USA Today leads with Texas ' settlement of its product-liability lawsuit against the leading tobacco companies. The top nonlocal story at the Washington Post is the latest development in the Indonesian economic crisis--a rare and boosterish Suharto press conference in contrast to a further plunging stock market and foo... | USA Today leads with the settlement of a Texas lawsuit against tobacco companies, while the Washington Post has the latest development in the Indonesian economic crisis. | 6 |
The Monterey Bay Aquarium's Web site rates different species of fish for overfishing, habitat damage and other factors. The California aquarium also created " Seafood Watch " wallet cards designed to take to restaurants. | Monterey Bay Aquarium's rates fish for overfishing, habitat damage and other factors. The California aquarium created " Seafood Watch " wallet cards for restaurants. | 6 |
The rumor in the crowd had been that " anything under $6 million would be a bargain, " said Ute Wartenberg, executive director of the American Numismatic Society in Manhattan. Most bidders dropped out after that price. | The rumor had been that "anything under $6 million would be a bargain," said Ute Wartenberg. Most bidders dropped out after that price. | 6 |
Throughout the 500 processing steps, which typically last 20 days, the wafers are not touched by human hands. The circuits etched into the chips are less than one thousandth the width of a human hair. | Throughout the 500 processing steps, which typically last 20 days, the wafers are not touched by humans. Small circuits are etched into the chips. | 6 |
In Marshall's case, the 5 - 1 decision upheld a lower court's dismissal of his petition for further review of his 1986 murder conviction. Marshall, an insurance agent from Toms River, was convicted of hiring a man to kill his wife while the couple were going home after an evening of dining and gambling in Atlantic City... | A 5-1 decision upheld the dismissal of Marshall's petition for review of his 1986 murder conviction. He was convicted of hiring a hit man to kill his wife after an evening in Atlantic City. | 6 |
Think of all the good stuff we all collect daily in our reporting that we never add to stories. Most often reporters recount these tales with each other and with their sources rather than share them with the general public. | Think of the good stuff we collect daily we never add to stories. Reporters most often recount these with each other & their sources rather than with the public. | 6 |
What's with the top-of-the-front headline the LAT puts over its picture of Martina Hingis standing next to Venus Williams after beating her at the U.S. Open-- " Venus Brought Back to Earth "? Doesn't that sound like celebrating a defeat rather than celebrating a victory? | What's with the top-of-the-front headline the LAT puts over its picture of Martina Hingis standing next to Venus Williams after beating her at the U.S. Open-- " Venus Brought Back to Earth "? | 6 |
Some speculative suggestions, as the derivation ( or reinforcement ) from Seidlitz powders for take a powder are sheer nonsense. Not all entries contain misleading, dull, or incorrect information, but those that do not are marked by a lack of originality. | Some suggestions such as the claim from Seidlitz powders to take a powder are nonsense. Not all entries contain misleading information, but those that do are marked by unoriginality. | 6 |
So, after six years of planning, he opened the Excel Institute Automotive Program, a two-year school that gives people a chance at a new life as an auto technician or in another job related to the field. The school, now in its third year, has been so successful that it recently received a $2 million grant from Congress... | After 6 years the Excel Institute Automotive Program opened, a 2-year school which offers an auto technician program or another job in a related field. Now in its 3rd year, it has received a $2 million grant from Congress. | 6 |
I am sure I am not the first to point out Joseph Hynes's, Do Mistake— Learn Better, [ XV, 1 ] mistakes in Japanizing English words, e.g., sei fu not safe-o, nain not nine-o. The possibilities for representing English with a language of only forty-seven syllables are not that numerous, and the rules are very consistent. | I am pointing out Joseph Hynes's, Do Mistake— Learn Better, [ XV, 1 ] mistakes in Japanizing English words, e.g., sei fu not safe-o. The possibilities for English with only forty-seven syllables are not numerous, and rules are consistent. | 6 |
In remarks during a ribbon - cutting ceremony here on Wednesday, Gov. George E. Pataki said he expected the facility to generate thousands more jobs in the Hudson Valley area for contractors and suppliers catering to the factory. He praised IBM for being " a critical partner in our economic development efforts " in New... | During a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Gov. George E. Pataki said he expected the facility to generate thousands more jobs in the Hudson Valley area. He praised IBM for being a critical partner in New York state. | 6 |
Today we are asking you to take a few minutes to consider making a contribution to Pleasant Run to help the 1,500 children families we care for. Many of the children have no homes; no memories of joy from past holidays. | Today we ask you to consider making a contribution to Pleasant Run to help the 1,500 children families we care for. Many of the children have no homes. | 6 |
While there were no one - time gains or losses in the latest period, there was a one - time gain of # 18 million in the 1988 period. And while there was no profit this year from discontinued operations, last year they contributed # 34 million, before tax. | While there were no one - time gains or losses in this period, there was a one - time gain of # 18 million in 1988. While no profit this year was made, last year they gave # 34 million. | 6 |
" I think they recognize the danger that we all face and I think they have been cooperating more fully with us as time goes by, and I 'm quite sure that Mrs. Megawati is committed to this cause, " Powell said in Singapore. He met there with Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong, who endorsed the idea of renewed military ties be... | " I think they recognize the danger that we all face and I think they have been cooperating more fully with us as time goes by, and I 'm quite sure that Mrs. Megawati is committed to this cause, " Powell said. He met Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong, who endorsed military ties between the US and Indonesia. | 6 |
PLUS, there are additional membership benefits for you to enjoy. You ’ ll receive a membership card and attractive decal, wildlife and legislative alerts, in-depth monthly information packets on wildlife topics, invitations to outdoor programs, exciting travel opportunities and regular receipt of our trademark wildlife... | Membership benefits include a membership card and decal, wildlife and legislative alerts, monthly wildlife information packets, invitations to outdoor programs, exciting travel opportunities and regular receipt of our trademark wildlife stamps, greeting cards, a calendar and address labels. | 6 |
For more than 60 years, caring and concerned wildlife lovers like yourself have supported our mission to educate, inspire and assist individuals and organizations to conserve wildlife and other natural resources and to protect the earth’s environment in order to achieve a peaceful, equitable and sustainable future. Tha... | For more than 60 years, wildlife lovers have supported our mission to conserve wildlife and other natural resources and to protect the earth’s environment in order to achieve a peaceful, equitable and sustainable future, securing a place for wildlife in the modern world. | 6 |
Giuliani's estrangement from his wife, Donna Hanover, is made clear in an interview with Hanover that appears in today's New York Times. Hanover " would not say whether Giuliani would run for the Senate, whether she would like him to run for Senate, or whether she would campaign for him if he did. But she did say in th... | Giuliani's estrangement from his wife, Donna Hanover, is made clear in an interview with Hanover that appears in today's New York Times. Hanover "would not say whether Giuliani would run for the Senate, whether she would like him to run for Senate, or whether she would campaign for him if he did." But she did say in th... | 6 |
This is very economical of space and involves a clever computer ploy, but it does not provide a particularly useful synonym dictionary, for, as we all know, synonymy in language does not yield to the commutative law of mathematics; in language, Things equal to the same thing are not ( necessarily ) equal to each other.... | This is economical of space and a clever computer ploy, but it does not provide a useful synonym dictionary, for, as we all know, synonymy does not yield to the law of mathematics; in language, Things equal are not ( necessarily ) equal to each other. Perhaps the Proximity people thought that they had fixed that little... | 6 |
" I understand baseball moves, I 've been through this before, " said Fabregas, who is headed for his eighth major - league team. " Obviously I 'm disappointed to go from a team playing for first place to a team that isn't contending. | "I've been through this before," said Fabregas, who is headed for his eighth major-league team. However, he said he was disappointed to go to a team that isn't contending. | 6 |
Once more unto the breach for the warriors of 1 ' Académie Française in their uphill battle to preserve the purity of their native tongue. Examples of franglais which they find particularly monstrous are, I hear, to be condemned to a newly created Musée des horreurs. | The troops of l'Académie Française rally anew to preserve the purity of their native tongue from the breach. I hear a newly created Musée des horreurs will store the most monstrous cases of franglais. | 6 |
It would be nice to think that while linguists were working so hard to organize languages, they were working alongside the archaeologists who were providing the raw materials. But only rarely did they collaborate and, with few exceptions, their work was not correlated in a systematic way. | It would be nice to think that while linguists were working to organize languages, they were working with archaeologists to get the raw materials. But rarely did they collaborate, and their work was not correlated. | 6 |
In Vietnam, bitter melon halves are stuffed with meat mixtures, such as ground pork with black mushrooms and cellophane noodles, then braised. Colin Spencer's " Vegetable Book " details an intriguing Indian chapati in which bitter melon, seeds left intact, is sliced, parboiled, then mixed with lightly fried garlic and ... | In Vietnam, bitter melon halves are stuffed with meat mixtures, then braised. Colin Spencer details an Indian chapati in which bitter melon, seeds left intact, is sliced, parboiled, then mixed with lightly fried garlic and Indian spices, flour and yogurt. | 6 |
The Wall Street Journal " Outlook " observes, " In the U.S. job market, the balance of power is shifting to employees from employers, " and states that " the retention frenzy was triggered in part by previous waves of corporate downsizing, " which left behind survivors who took stock of career options and used Internet... | The Wall Street Journal observes, " In the U.S. job market, the balance of power is shifting to employees from employers, " and states that " the retention frenzy was triggered in part by previous waves of corporate downsizing, " which left survivors who used Internet job listings and recruiting to land offers and coun... | 6 |
I have sent you the enclosed complimentary name-and-address labels to call your attention to the work of the ASPCA. Please USE them on your correspondence to help get our name in front of as many people as possible. | I have sent you complimentary mailing labels to call your attention to the ASPCA. Please use them to help get our name in front of as many people as possible. | 6 |
The 32 % state - owned DSM had eight million guilders of extraordinary charges in the latest quarter, mainly to reflect one - time losses in connection with the disposal of some operations. The charges were offset in part by a gain from the sale of the company's construction division. | The 32 % state owned DSM had eight million guilders of extraordinary charges in the latest quarter. The charges were offset by a gain from the sale of the company's construction division. | 6 |
The company said that because of softening sales it isn't in compliance with requirements that it maintain $3 million in working capital. RMS distributes electronic devices and produces power supplies and plastic literature displays. | RMS said that due to soft sales it isn't in compliance with requirements to keep $3 million in working capital. RMS distributes and produces electronics and plastic displays. | 6 |
CCI is a federation of 13 neighborhood-based multi-service centers whose mission is to identify and meet the human service needs of residents throughout Marion County in the most effective, efficient and comprehensive way possible. In 1998, we served a total of 31,484 low-income individuals through job training and pla... | CCI is a federation of neighborhood-based centers whose mission is to identify and meet the human service needs of residents in Marion County. In 1998, we served a total of 31,484 low-income individuals through job training and placement, youth and senior programming, family counseling, and emergency assistance. | 6 |
You can make an impact by supporting Big Sisters Annual Campaign and our $200,000 goal. If you are a regular contributor to the Annual Campaign, I encourage you to consider increasing your gift by 10 %. | Supporting Big Sisters Annual Campaign and our $200,000 goal can make an impact, and I encourage regular contributors to consider increasing your gift. | 6 |
Goodwill finds jobs for people with mental and physical disabilities. After Maureen's job coach taught her how to do her job in a restaurant, we helped Maureen step out of the shadow sometimes cast over people with physical and mental disabilities and find a fulfilling job smack dab in the middle of society. | Goodwill finds jobs for people with disabilities. After Maureen's job coach taught her how to do her job in a restaurant, we helped her step out of the shadow cast over people with disabilities and find a fulfilling job in society. | 6 |
Mr. Davidson's observations on the Scottishness of Chambers 20 th Century Dictionary [ XV, 1 ] bear out my own formed over sixteen years of using one. An odd sidelight on this came a few days after reading the article. | Mr. Davidson's opinion on the Scottishness of Chambers 20th Cen. Dictionary [XV, 1] bear out mine of 16 years use. An odd event occurred a few days after seeing it. | 6 |
For getting in touch with nature Maine can’t be beat—it’s an outdoors lover’s paradise! From seaside trails in Acadia National Park to Baxter Park’s vast wilderness, you’ll encounter a host of wildlife, untrammeled hiking trails rimmed with towering pine, and more than 100 crystal-clear lakes, ponds, and thundering r... | Maine is an outdoor lover's paradise, offering everything from seaside trails in Acadia National Park to Baxter Park's vast wilderness to allow you to get in touch with nature. You'll encounter various wildlife and water sources as you travel. | 6 |
Perhaps the subject and treatment of usage need some lightening up, but I am hard put to agree that they are quite as frivolous and light-headed as this book would have us believe. Fun is fun, but those who might rely on such a book are quite serious about the information they are seeking, and it is unfair to play fast... | The subject could be more lighthearted, but I can't agree that they are as frivolous as this book would have us believe. Fun is fun, but those who rely on this book are serious about the information they seek, and is unfair to play with their sincerity. | 6 |
More picturesque are the references to erections. An arresting one occurs in A Passage to India ( Chapter XXI ) in which Forster describes a small building as a flimsy and frivolous erection, while in The Mayor of Casterbridge ( Chapter XVI ) the Mayor himself beheld the unattractive exterior of Farfrae's erection. | More picturesque are the references to erections. One occurs in A Passage to India, Forster describes a small building as a flimsy and frivolous erection, while The Mayor of Casterbridge saw the exterior of Farfrae's erection. | 6 |
IBM is an exception among computer makers in that it still invests heavily in research to advance the design, manufacture and materials used in semiconductor chips. It is spending more than $500 million a year on semiconductor research and development. | Unlinke it's competitors, IBM invests heavily (more than $500 million a year) in research to advance the design, manufacture and materials in semiconductor chips. | 6 |
The committee said it had weighed the fact that Torricelli's principal accuser in the case had been Chang, " a witness whose credibility has been called into question by the Department of Justice, a United States District judge and his own conduct. " In May, that judge sentenced sentenced Chang to 18 months ' imprisonm... | The committee considered Torricelli's principal accuser, Chang, "a witness whose credibility has been called into question by the Department of Justice, a United States District judge and his own conduct." In May, Chang was sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment for illegal campaign contributions and obstruction of justi... | 6 |
In Malaysia, Powell met with Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who has led the country since 1981. The Malaysian foreign minister, Syed Hamid Albar, later told local reporters that Powell had proposed that American and Malaysian officials review the idea of forming a regional training center in Malaysia to coordinate an... | Powell met with Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad of Malaysia. The Malaysian foreign minister, Syed Hamid Albar, told reporters that American and Malaysian officials are planning a training center in Malaysia to coordinate antiterrorism activities. | 6 |
But at a news conference in Singapore, Powell hinted that the Bush administration was ready to discuss resuming military cooperation with Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation and a sometimes reluctant partner in the efforts to crack down on militant Islamic groups. The United States cut virtually all mili... | At a news conference in Singapore, Powell hinted that the Bush administration was ready to discuss resuming military cooperation with Indonesia. The United States cut virtually all military links with Indonesia in 1999 after its forces were implicated in the violence that swept East Timor after that territory voted for... | 6 |
Pataki's recent remarks are a sign that he understands how central the rebuilding of Lower Manhattan will be to his own political legacy. Now he needs to follow through with action, to keep demonstrating that his core concern is coming up with the best possible plan, not simply keeping the issue on hold until after thi... | Pataki realizes that the rebuilding of Lower Manhattan is vital to his own political legacy. He must now follow through with this action, showing that he comes up with the best plan and executes accordingly. | 6 |
Even today, after years of public outrage, dolphins continue to die in tuna fisheries of other countries and are still being cruelly and often illegally killed by gillnets and harpoons. And now, growing numbers of dolphins with malignant tumors and high levels of toxic chemicals in their tissues are washing onto U.S. b... | Even today, after years of public outrage, dolphins continue to die from foreign fisheries, gillnets, and harpoons, as well as toxic chemicals as they wash ashore in growing numbers with malignant tumors. | 6 |
In order to develop job skills, a man with some serious disabilities begins working in Goodwill's industrial division. It takes a long time for him to gain the self-confidence to work elsewhere in the community. | To develop job skills, a man with disabilities begins work in Goodwill's industrial division. It takes a long time to gain self-confidence for work elsewhere. | 6 |
During this holiday season, we must not forget the wildlife species that depend on us for their survival. When you use the attractive wrapping paper and gift tags, you will be helping us spread the word about saving America’s wildlife treasures and their habitat. | This holiday season, do not forget the wildlife species that depend on us. When you use the wrapping paper and gift tags, you will help us spread the word about saving America’s wildlife treasures. | 6 |
But Microsoft's potential advantage, analysts say, is its ability to link its cell phone software to its desktop PC software, a Microsoft stronghold. Customers who want access to Microsoft desktop e-mail, documents and calendar information may prefer Microsoft's wireless technology. | Microsoft's advantage may be its ability to link its cell phone software to its desktop PC software. Customers who want e-mail, documents and calendar information may prefer Microsoft's wireless technology. | 6 |
The auction attendance was swelled by coin collectors who had gathered on the eve of the American Numismatic Association Convention, the largest coin show of the year, expected to draw more than 10,000 people to the Marriott Marquis Hotel Wednesday. " So the auction was almost like the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the c... | The auction attendance was swelled by coin collectors who had gathered on the eve of the American Numismatic Association Convention, expected to draw more than 10,000 people to the Marriott Marquis Hotel Wednesday. | 6 |
That’s why I hope you’ll also agree to help even more by making a tax-deductible gift to support this crucial initiative and all of Audubon’s vital conservation work to protect birds, other wildlife and habitat. And with a donation of $15 or more, you’ll receive a FREE Birdfeeder in appreciation for your concern. | That’s why I hope you’ll also agree to help even more by making a tax-deductible gift to support this crucial initiative and all of Audubon’s vital conservation work. With a donation of $15 or more, you’ll receive a FREE Birdfeeder. | 6 |
Robert Merkel, a former U.S. attorney handling drug indictments in Florida, doesn't think for a minute that Castro's much publicized trials of high officials engaged in the drug trade mean he has broken off with the Medellin drug cartel. " If the cartel succeeds in blackmailing the Colombian authorities into negotiatio... | Former U.S. attorney, Robert Merkel, thinks that Castro's trials of high officials engaged in the drug trade doesn't meant a separation from the Medellin drug cartel. "If the cartel blackmails the Colombian authorities into negotiations, the cartel will be in control and Fidel can exploit their past relationship," he ... | 6 |
But in 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt took the United States off the gold standard, and ordered all the 1933 saints already manufactured destroyed, save for two reserved for the Smithsonian Institution. They were never declared legal currency. | But in 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt removed the gold standard, and ordered the destruction of 1933 saints, save for two for the Smithsonian Institution. They were never legal. | 6 |
Even after the summer sessions come to a close, Jameson campers will take part in year-round programs designed to keep that positive contact with peers and role models alive and important. We 've scheduled more than 15 follow-up camper weekends beginning in September and going around till next summers camping season. | When summer sessions come to a close, campers will engage in year-round programs designed to keep contact with peers and role models alive. There are more than 15 follow-up camps from September to the beginning of next summers camp. | 6 |
In a telephone interview, Mr. Reupke said his departure was for " personal reasons, " which he declined to specify. " There is no business reason for my departure, " nor any disagreement over policy, he added. | Mr. Reupke said his departure was for "personal reasons," adding, "There is no business reason for my departure," nor any disagreement over policy. | 6 |
As can be seen from the chapter headings, some of the material is trivial, but nonetheless interesting for that. It is not at once apparent why the book is styled an almanac, but that is unimportant: there is no other book I know of that contains as much diverse information about American writers as this one. | The chapter headings hint at trivial material, yet it is interesting. The reason for the almanac style is not clear, but it is unimportant when considering that the diverse information trumps any other book about American writers. | 6 |
I wish I could tell you that everyone is concerned about protecting earth’s animals -- dogs, cats, farm animals and wildlife. The sad truth is animal cruelty, abuse and neglect continues at an alarming rate across the nation and even in your own community. | I wish I could tell you everyone is concerned about protecting earth’s animals, but the truth is animal cruelty, abuse and neglect continues across the nation and even in your own community. | 6 |
She will have reunions of sorts with her famous kitchen in the next few weeks. One of its Peg - Board walls was dismantled and reinstalled at COPIA; the rest went to Washington, D.C., and the Behring Center of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History. | She will have reunions of sorts with her famous kitchen. One of its Peg-Board walls was sent to COPIA; the rest went to the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History. | 6 |
You see, we need a strong membership base to continue delivering on our promise. And with more than 3,000 species facing rapidly disappearing habitat we have never needed members like you more. | We need a strong base to continue delivering. More than 3,000 species face a rapidly disappearing habitat and we need members like you. | 6 |
An Upjohn spokesman said he had " heard nothing " to suggest the early retirement package was spurred by shareholder pressure or a potential bidder for the company, which occasionally has been the target of takeover speculation. The company earlier this year adopted a shareholder-rights plan to ward off unwanted suitor... | An Upjohn spokesman said he had "heard nothing" to suggest the early retirement package was spurred by shareholder pressure or a potential bidder. The company earlier this year adopted a shareholder-rights plan to ward off unwanted suitors. | 6 |
While writers whose business it is to be witty often fail to produce, grave authors occasionally are mirthful when laughter is farthest from their minds. From a lifetime of undisciplined reading with innocent pencil in hand and malice prepense in mind, I have gleaned a harvest of what I am pleased to denominate Red Pan... | While witty writers often fail, grave authors can be unintentionally mirthful. I have jotted down a collection of examples throughout the years; a denomination of Red Pants items of which a sampling follows. | 6 |
On Tuesday night, Redden took the podium for nine minutes before the gavel came down, recognizing bidders in the audience and on the telephone. The tension in the crowd was broken with a burst of applause after the $5 million mark, and a louder explosion at $6 million. | Redden took the podium for nine minutes before the gavel came down. The tension was broken with a burst of applause after the $5 million mark, and a louder explosion at $6 million. | 6 |
The ethics panel also criticized Torricelli for taking two bronze statues on loan from Chang. The statues, the existence of which had not been publicly known before, were displayed in Torricelli's Senate office. | The ethics panel also criticized Torricelli for taking two bronze statues on loan from Chang. The statues were displayed in Torricelli's Senate office. | 6 |
The St. Louis company earned $45.2 million, or 65 cents a share, compared with $84.9 million, or $1.24 a share, a year earlier. Sales in the latest period were $1.76 billion, a 13 % increase from last year's $1.55 billion. | Company earned $45.2 million, or $0.65/share, Vs. $84.9 million, or $1.24/share last year. New sales period was $1.76 billion (13% gain Vs. last year's $1.55 billion). | 6 |
And when you join we ’ ll acknowledge your membership right away with a lovable gray wolf plush toy. It’s our FREE gift to you for joining now and a charming reminder that your support helps NWF protect valuable wildlife species like this one. | And when you join we’ll acknowledge your membership with a lovable gray wolf toy. It’s our gift to you and a reminder that your support helps NWF protect wildlife species. | 6 |
Big Sisters helps fill that void by matching caring, responsible adult volunteers with at-risk girls, ages 8 - 14. A Big Sister is a mentor, a friend and a role model, helping a young girl to develop the self-confidence and life skills necessary to become a responsible, productive and successful adult. | Big Sisters matches caring, responsible adults with at-risk girls, ages 8-14. A Big sister is a mentor, friend, and role model that helps girls develop self-confidence and life skills necessary to become successful adults. | 6 |
Think of all the ways everyone in your household will benefit from your membership in Audubon. And then, please, take advantage of this opportunity to regain full membership for 51 % less than the regular rate. | Take advantage of the 51% discount on your Audubon membership renewal and your whole household will benefit. | 6 |
Mr. Reupke, 52 years old and a 27 - year Reuters veteran, had been the information - services company's general manager for only six months. His appointment to that post, which has senior administrative, staff and policy responsibilities, followed a several - year tenure as Reuters's editor in chief. | Mr. Reupke, 52 years old, and a 27 year Reuters veteran, was the information services company's general manager for six months. His appointment to that post followed a several year tenure as the editor in chief. | 6 |
The Grill will feature enough activities that you and your kids will have a tough time deciding what to do. From basketball, kickball, volleyball, archery, crafts, an egg toss, and even a walk through our creek, you will have plenty to do to get you good and hungry. | From basketball, kickball, volleyball, archery, crafts, and even a walk through our creek, The Grill will feature enough activities that you and your kids will have a tough time deciding what to do. | 6 |
Primerica, which had owned nearly 70 % of Williams, will pay about 16.7 million shares, currently valued at almost $472 million, for the rest of Williams. The financial - services company will pay 0.82 share for each Williams share. | The financial services company Primerica, owned nearly 70% of Williams and will pay 16.7 million shares at 0.82 share, valued at almost $472 million for the rest of Williams. | 6 |
The APA has spent more than $1 million to help state psychological associations develop and lobby for such prescription privileges - - or " RxP " - - legislation. A total of 31 state psychology associations have task forces dedicated to developing and lobbying for prescription - privileges legislation. | The APA has spent more than $1 million to help state psychological associations develop and lobby for such prescription privileges, which many state psychology associations have dedicated task forces. | 6 |
But some analysts questioned how much of an impact the retirement package will have, because few jobs will end up being eliminated. " It's a cosmetic move, " said Jonathan S. Gelles of Wertheim Schroder & Co. | Some analysts questioned how much impact the retirement package will have, because few jobs will be eliminated. | 6 |
You can help us spread our message to protect ocean wildlife by using the enclosed labels on all your correspondence. Also, take a moment to review the practical tips on the back of the form -- share them with your family and friends -- and put them into action today! | Help us spread our message by using the enclosed labels on all your correspondence. Also, review the tips on the back of the form. Share them with your family and friends, and put them into action! | 6 |
Ballot watchers say attention already is focused on the 1990 elections. In California, two petition drives for next year's election are " essentially finished, " says David Schmidt, author of " Citizen Lawmakers. " | In California, two petition drives for next year's election are " essentially finished, " says David Schmidt, author of " Citizen Lawmakers". | 6 |
" Back there, we always ate in the kitchen, " Child reminisced, " I cannot do that here. " That means her entertaining has been curtailed, even though she still has an active social life with the many friends the Childs made during 22 winters spent in Santa Barbara. | "Back there, we always ate in the kitchen, "Child reminisced, "I cannot do that here." Her entertaining lessened, but her social life is still active with friends made the 22 winters in Santa Barbara. | 6 |
Little ones, like Baby Jessica, caught in the struggle between adoptive and birth parents. Older kids, like Tracy and Kerry, left homeless after a recent murder-suicide in Indianapolis claimed Mom and Dad. | Little ones, like Baby Jessica, caught in the struggle between adoptive and birth parents. Older kids, like Tracy and Kerry, left homeless. | 6 |
The NYT abortion survey, the first conducted by the paper since 1989, was based on telephone interviews of 1,101 people and detects " a notable shift from general acceptance " of having the procedure: from 40 percent to 32 percent. And the pollsters also detected an increasingly acute sensitivity to abortion timing: Si... | The NYT abortion survey, which interviewed 1,101 people, shows "a notable shift from general acceptance" of having the procedure from 40% to 32%. There is an increasing sensitivity to abortion timing. Sixty-one percent of those polled thought abortions should be permitted during the first trimester, 15 percent in the s... | 6 |
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations reports that 47 percent to 50 percent of stocks are " fully exploited, " meaning that catches have either reached or are close to maximum limits. Another 15 percent to 18 percent are " overexploited, " and 9 percent to 10 percent have been " depleted or are re... | The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations reports that 47 percent to 50 percent of stocks are " fully exploited, " meaning that catches have either reached or are close to maximum limits. | 6 |
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