Word: distinctives
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...aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks, many speculated that bioterrorism was a distinct possibility. Indeed, in early October Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld warned the nation that terrorists might use biological agents to spread fear and disrupt daily life. It has now been confirmed in several cases that anthrax has invaded—and in one tragic case, destroyed—the lives of innocent American civilians. Although it is not known for certain whether those behind the anthrax attacks are the same individuals responsible for the Sept. 11 tragedy, the recent attacks have targeted the media and the government?...
...disease takes three distinct forms. The cutaneous form of anthrax occurs when bacterial spores enter the body through cuts in the skin. The infection begins as a bump that resembles an insect bite but within days expands into an ulcer about an inch in diameter. This form of the disease is easily treated with antibiotics...
It’s true that Harvard relationships are of two distinct breeds: the casual hook-up and the insular commitment. But even when students willingly advance from booty-call standing to a more serious, romantic status, hardly anything ever comes of these relationships. There may be passion and devotion enough during the school term, but come graduation, most students bid their alma mater and their true love adieu at the same time...
...Farce of Feminism” (Editorial, Oct. 16, 2001), I do not doubt the anti-feminist passion that Rebecca E. Rubins ’05 used to fuel her Editor’s Notebook, but I have the distinct feeling she will be singing a different tune when she enters the working world...
...face directly the events of Sept. 11 heartening and laudable. As for the rest of the world, those fortunate enough to view these events from afar, I am not so sure. Although many tangibles, from blood to money, were readily forthcoming, it seems many people have demonstrated a distinct lack of courage on two fronts--their financial security and personal safety. The stock-market plunge and the huge decline in air travel were another victory for the terrorists and well beyond the carnage and human misery of the actual event. So when ordinary people ask, What...