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Word: foils (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1980-1989
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...number-one fencers in all three events--Steve Biddle in epee, Dave Hanower in foil and Jim Goldenring in saber--carved out easy victories before being replaced by members of the J.V. after the first round...

Author: By Susan K. Brown, | Title: Fencers Nail Holy Cross, 24-3; Novice Swordsmen Stand Out | 1/31/1980 | See Source »

Marsha Mason provides a foil for Caan in much the same spirit as she did for Dreyfuss--whiny, forceful when need be, a bit overwhelmed--and we accept her much more willingly. She understands her role and little wonder--in real life she's Mrs. Neil Simon. She does have a definite advantage over Caan in that respect...

Author: By James L. Cott, | Title: One Chapter Was Plenty | 1/11/1980 | See Source »

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