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While not wanting to detract from their significant achievement, it is worth noting that development of the satellite was made possible through a partnership with a French university, and that the spacecraft was launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California.

"What may or may not have happened behind the scenes does not and hopefully should not detract from what our intentions were in making this film," Brandon wrote in his statement.

Onstage, he’s both performative and genuine, though the singer’s interest in vocal effects — which he controlled via a setup on a music stand center stage — seemed to sometimes detract from what might have been more intuitive, immediate and connected moments with his band and the audience.

Suzanne understands the assignment of being Beckett’s wife, standing guard against anything that could detract from his higher mission.

In his resignation letter to Phil Murphy, New Jersey's governor, Menendez said he was proud of his accomplishments in the Senate and that while he intended to appeal his conviction, "I do not want the Senate to be involved in a lengthy process that will detract from its important work".