Word: swore
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...Last fall, President Hamid Karzai admitted that several senior officials were involved in corruption. Though he didn't reveal any names, he swore to take action. Five months later, not a single official has been successfully prosecuted. Meanwhile, politicians and ministers build mansions and collect armored SUVs worth far more than their yearly salaries. "If we can't punish them, how do we tell a small government official who makes $40 a month not to take bribes?" asks Wasifi...
...undying affection into artistic means. The wedding photo satisfied my passion for a while, but eventually I needed to take our relationship to the next level—so I ordered the picture on a tote bag. Ostensibly it was a gift for my best friend, which I swore was ironic, but when she failed to use it everyday, I stole it back (sorry, Kippy...
...supposed to swear in his successor, was stranded in New York after his car was towed. Partway through Sundquist’s inaugural speech, outgoing UC secretary Kyle A. Krahel ’08 arrived, after being delayed by a bike accident. Still acting as vice president, Sundquist swore his running mate in, and Sarafa gave a speech thanking supporters and emphasizing transparency and communication. Sarafa said that he and Sundquist would work to establish accountability, as faculty members and students conduct the first review of the UC in its twenty-five-year existence. Election Commission Chair Michael L. Taylor...
...Microeconomic Theory:” “Microeconomic theory? More like macroeconomic theory! Am I right?!?” 13) Anthropology 1130, “Archaeology of Harvard Yard:” “Look, we found a corpse near Matthews, but the professor swore us to secrecy. I think something weird is going on around here and—what’s that noise? YOU?! AHHHH! MUST...SUBMIT...COURSE EVALUATION!” 14) Life Sciences 1a, “An Integrated Introduction to the Life Sciences:” “Are we supposed...
...years later, positions are hardening further. Kibaki virtually disappeared after he was named winner, making no televised announcement. Odinga, meanwhile, has declared he will not negotiate with his rival until Kibaki admits he lost the election and steps down. Odinga said he was "pained by what is happening," but swore to force Kibaki from office, and called for a million of his supporters to gather in Uhuru Park in central Nairobi on Jan. 3 to inaugurate him the "people's President." The Kibaki government promptly announced a ban on the rally and, on Jan. 2, accused Odinga's party...