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Like the British troops who readily acknowledged the “pluck” of the Dervishes, Mr. Hart is impressed by their willingness to face the massed firepower of rifles, machine guns and artillery.

The city council said it had suspended collections across the city for the day due to the "mass pickets and protests" across its depots.

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While questioning the correct pronunciation of “niche,” Gaffigan noted that his other hobby, gardening, isn’t funny enough to support a special, and that his spirits-centric jokes weren’t for mass consumption.

Artists, mass media, infrastructure — the thriving triad was extraordinary to watch erupt.

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The church rose to global prominence in the 1970s and 80s, becoming known for mass weddings often held in stadiums.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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