Word: mannered
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...attempt at psychoanalysis. As Anita grew into old age and Mr. E. became increasingly mentally ill, Loos began to rely on her paid companion and housekeeper Gladys. Under Gladys' influence, Anita began to become more religious. But Carey slights this spiritual development and instead concludes in an almost condescending manner: "Though she never realized it, her journals brought more peace of mind than any passage in the Daily Word...
...benefits and larger issues like respect and dignity in the work place mundane. If you want to pursue absolute truths, look at the facts. A majority of employees voted for the union and the administrative law judge found that we did so in a free and fair manner...
Dartmouth is the favorite to win the title this season, after choking last year in a manner reminiscent of the 1978 Boston Red Sox. The Big Green went undefeated in its first six league games before posting a 4-4 mark to end up in second place...
...nation's psyche. Because there were no great disagreements on fundamental issues and no clashing visions of an American future, there are no deep divisions difficult to reconcile. The promise of a Bush Administration lies in the hope that the new President will soon inspire America to forget the manner in which he was elected...
...advisers, Bush gradually cut out press access during his campaign. The reporters responded by becoming first obnoxious, then surly and irritable. Reagan could get away with slighting the press, but it will be harder for Bush. He lacks the Teflon that Reagan generated with his avuncular, good- hearted manner. If Bush allows criticism to drive him into a beleaguered posture, as it did during the 1984 campaign, he and the media will have a long four years indeed...