Word: prided
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...scrutiny of his life, that DeLorean was bound to run into trouble because he could never be satisfied with what he had. There was, it seems, this constant need to push harder, go higher, that finally extended him beyond his limits. It could have simply been a case of pride. A few years ago. DeLorean wrote a much publicized book entitled On a Clear Day, You Can See General Motors that viciously but accurately detailed the shortcomings of America's automobile industry. There was no way DeLorean could fail and then subject himself to the contempt of Detroit's bosses...
Much as medieval knights brandished their heraldic emblems, an increasing number of businesses are brandishing new trademarks. Like the old coats of arms, the new logos are designed to impress friend and foe, inspire vassals with loyalty and pride, and bolster the sense of power. America's best designers are brought to bear on this imagemaking, which generally covers corporate signs, advertising, printed matter and buildings...
...past is proof of the Jews' ability to survive when other nations would crumple. It is a history to be borne with sadness and pride. However, Prime Minister Begin is creating a past that may not be remembered with pride. He could prove to be the next disaster for the Jews...
Civic boosters take pride in a healthy real estate market; it's great for Boston's image as "the livable city"--Mayor White's phrase. But if the cost of livability includes millions of dollars in fire damage and the title of America's arson capital--and the social pressures that title implies--Bostonians had better ask themselves if they can really afford...
...foresight to purchase a $300,000 strike-insurance policy in July (premiums: $12,000). That should about cover a season's losses in parking fees and concession sales. In San Francisco, Mayor Dianne Feinstein said, "We lose a lot more [than money] in terms of the momentum of pride and sup port for the team." James Trutko of the Cleveland Growth Association mourned the lost opportunity to "show Cleveland off to the nation Monday night," when the Browns would have hosted the Cincinnati Bengals. "You can't buy that kind of television time," he sighed...