Word: olympicsized
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For two weeks the whole world is young and strong and fearless, sporting and peaceful and clean. That is the Olympic myth and the wellspring of the Games' enduring appeal. They are like a national patriotic day for the whole world, a day when flags wave and people march and...
His new diversion? Other events in the Winter Olympics and electronic mail.
Although Furman admits to indulging in the normal procrastination methods such as talking to friends, enjoying long dinners and devoting time to extra-curricular activities, Furman says his interest in the Winter Olympics and e-mail are specifically tied to his avoidance of his thesis.
"It's much more appealing to watch the Olympics than to sit at my computer and write all day," Furman said. "I've discovered a new interest in sports that I never knew existed."
The evidence linking Harding to the attack, including accusations by Harding's ex-husband Jeff Gillooly that she had advance knowledge of the assault, gave the U.S.O.C. ample grounds for enjoining Harding from skating in the Olympics.