Word: dangerous
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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There was no mystery about the sharp rises, at least in hindsight. Sensing that the U.S. economy is fundamentally strong and in no danger of recession, businessmen and consumers have stepped up short-term borrowing. Consumer credit in March increased by $3.1 billion to $310.8 billion, and bank loans to businesses rose in April by $1.9 billion to $170.1 billion...
...When [a woman seeking help] comes to the door, the first thing the person in the safe house should do is make sure they aren't putting themselves in danger by letting them in." Lonsway says. "Sometimes the owner will only let them stand in the hallway, but at least they're off the street." Christine Maguire, who works with the Dorchester Green Light program, adds...
...answer is that though environmentalists are not about to be hanged, the conservation programs they know and love seem in grave danger of being done in -if not within a fortnight, then soon...
...Mary, and attended a small dinner party at the White House. During an Oval Office chat with President Ronald Reagan, the conversation quickly turned to horses, reflecting the equestrian passions of both men. The President reassured the future King that despite his recent tumbles, he was in no danger of being put out to pasture. Said Reagan: "When you're riding steeplechase or playing polo, there are going to be times when you and the horse part company...
Though written in a popular style, God Emperor does not sidestep moral complexity and ethical dilemma. Herbert understands that humanity needs myths and heroes to embody them. But he also knows the danger posed by those who claim to be the sole carriers and interpreters of those myths. Dune folk who subscribe unquestioningly to Leto's self-proclaimed godhood are shown as virtual automata, doomed to perish with him or to be lost without him. In Herbert's dry and gritty world, the future belongs only to those who think for themselves...