Word: successful
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...otherwise produced wealth South Korea could never have generated on its own. Eager to raise living standards in their own countries, Asian policymakers and businessmen to varying degrees adopted the same fast-track formula. The economies of South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore did so with such success they became known as the Asian tigers. Their growth model produced miracles - and as Park said in a 1965 speech, exports were "the economic lifeline...
Third lowest ever rated Oscars declared success...
...behind, rookies Monica Burgos and Margaret Fish and sophomores Ali Slack and Holly Furman took second, capping the most impressive win for Harvard. Hinkle is the defending Ivy champion in the 50-yard freestlye, winning the race in 23.18 seconds last year.The young swimmers have contributed greatly to the success of the Crimson, posting up big wins and strong performances. Alongside the leadership of Mooney and Clarke, the rookies have set a new tone.Freshman Meghan Leddy has already made a name for herself, setting a school record in the 200-yard backstroke in December and winning that event...
...anti-social geniuses to wealthy legacies whose last names appear on buildings across campus. The discussion centered around the stereotypes and expectations of the Harvard man, and threw up several hotly debated issues, as students discussed what it meant to be a Harvard man and what defined his success. Some students said they thought that a successful Harvard man was one with membership at one of the eight different Final Clubs, who plays rugby and wears polo shirts with popped collars. Others said they disagreed, responding that success comes from involvement in extracurricular activities, sheer intelligence and well-honed networking...
...Obama, of course. He has to govern. He has to manage situations - the banks at home, the deterioration of Pakistan overseas - that might prove unmanageable. For all the spiritual success of his budget speech, there were precious few details about his policy priorities. No one really knows what to do about the American auto industry. No one really knows if, or how quickly, alternative energy sources can revive the economy and salve the planet. There seems to be some confusion about how to proceed on health care. In his speech, the President promised a national health plan within the year...