Word: unclearly
(lookup in dictionary)
(lookup stats)
Dates: during 1980-1989
Sort By: most recent first
(reverse)
Exactly how norepinephrin is blocked, as well as how a thought process such as meditation is translated into a physiological calming effect, is still unclear, Benson said, adding, "But it's something we've started to investigate...
Saxon became convinced that most introductory algebra texts used in high schools are unclear and confusing, often hindering students from learning the rudiments. He attributed the frightening decline in mathematics test scores across the country to abstruse textbooks written in the name of the New Math by "arrogantly inept" mathematicians who do not teach beginners. Like many other classroom algebra teachers, he found that such textbooks emphasize mathematical theory at the expense of practice and are usually written in baffling jargon. Emphasis is placed on rapid exposure to many "topics," or procedures. Before students can master one topic, explains Saxon...
...rumors circulated, the whereabouts of Solidarity leader Lech Walesa remained unclear. Polish officials originally said Walesa was free and had been flown from Gdansk to Warsaw to negotiate and attempt to prevent a general strike...
...reason for so much surgery remains unclear, but people involved with the issue, both doctors and activists, offer explanations. "There is a difference of value systems," an ex-worker at a Boston abortion clinic, who asks not to be identified, says. "Many people don't think big families are okay for people, especially for Third World women," she adds...
...choices are difficult, and it is unclear whether the U.S. can have substantial effect upon the Polish situation. But one route that seems necessary is putting economic pressure on the Soviets. Some measures the U.S. might consider include putting a grain embargo on the Soviets, exerting pressure through International Monetary Fund credits and drastically cutting down trade. The U.S. must carry out any such steps in concert with the NATO allies if that organization is to retain any efficacy in international politics...