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Their talks centered on the value of short at-bats, the importance of “dominating the inside part of the plate,” and the significance of executing competitive misses on throws around the edge of the zone.

"Because of the significance of the abuse, the total will be well above £1m," Ms Connor said of the expected total compensation for the 10 cases.

From BBC

Carroll's significance was later highlighted in court when it emerged detectives investigating the shooting had compiled a list of 99 potential suspects.

From BBC

Together, these acts cast his death in religious terms: It wasn’t just a political assassination – it was a moment of spiritual significance.

From Salon

In the hours leading up to Tuesday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” newscasters pumped up the historic significance of that night’s monologue, a moment he met with heart and great humor.

From Salon

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