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In many cases, the number of AA participants was either not reported or too small to allow meaningful conclusions about genetic patterns specific to this population.
From Science Daily
Bartley has attended about a dozen parades, and was present the last time it rained on the Rose Parade in 2006.
From Los Angeles Times
Throughout “Intentional,” Mr. Bailey explores the link between productivity and meaning: If you feel that what you’re doing is worthwhile, you’ll likely be more enthusiastic about following through.
It used to be common for African governments to disband national teams after disappointing results, but it has happened less often since Fifa became stricter about government interference.
From BBC
"We were very lucky," they added, claiming there were "about 200 people trying to get out within 30 seconds through some very narrow steps".
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.