Word: constantly
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...house. But though the Barrios enjoy some of the trappings of their exalted family background (they are closely related to the influential Chamorros, who were the leading aristocrats on the side opposed to Somoza in the 1979 revolution), they play a considerable role rebuilding the country that faces constant terror from U.S.-sponsored contras. Their lifestyle and demeanor are accessible to the average Yankee viewer, yet their politics have been slandered from here to high water by the average Yankee president, Ronald Reagan. American audiences are compiled to rethink the issue...
...Constant variations on the theme of "cultural exchange." A ballet here, a consulate there--what better way to attack mutual enmity? Lown's linkage with Soviet doctors can be considered a subset of this. Such a Samantha Smith approach to international relations is particularly attractive because it looks innocuous. It takes a pretty tough cookie to bring up the nasty issue of millions dead in Afghanistan when Mikhail offers us his best dancers...
...Gringo," Fuentes explores the relationship between Mexico and the U.S. In the original Spanish language version, the parts of the two American characters are actually written in English. In spite of Fuentes' efforts in his novels to bring the U.S. and Mexico together with his characters, there remains a constant tension between the two cultures throughout the novel. The inherent antagonism between cultures is captured in the old gringo's words, "To be a gringo in Mexico, that is suicide...
...only thing that's been constant this season is Jen White," Co-Captain Julie Sasner said...
Cohen says that there is no logical pattern to the number of people who use Room 13. "It can be a constant stream, or it can be very little." Contrary to what might be expected, the number of calls and drop-ins don't increase during midterms or finals. "Sometimes, you're up until 5 a.m., and sometimes, you don't get a call until 5 a.m.," says counselor Stephanie R. Dickerson...