Word: boone
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...sought to get into the New York local market, Bell Atlantic opened its copper phone lines and basically said, "Let the games begin." But America is not revisiting the days of monolithic telecoms' inhibiting consumer choice. Indeed, most industry analysts predict that the move will be a boon to consumers...
Over the years, though, the perception of Aggies has changed, and their devotion to tradition has turned out to be a boon rather than a hindrance. The Aggie alumni network is like the world's biggest family, with traditions galore and unparalleled allegiance. Although they do not go around in military formation anymore, they are still amazingly cohesive. If two Aggies meet anywhere in the world, they will be instant friends. It has been said that if an Aggie is giving a job interview to a fellow Aggie, the prospective employee has only to flash his gold class ring...
...party candidate. And many Democrats and Republicans could find fault with a plan that would spend more money than the Congressional Budget Office says we're going to be taking in. "Bush is certainly open for attack on both fronts," says Carney, "but overall this proposal will be a boon both in the short term and in the general election because it puts policy behind his claims...
...ostentation to tax-the-rich political populist, when the wealthy want to have their Valrhona chocolate cake and feel karmically good about it too. Many of the well-heeled are thus laying out the lobster medallions in opulent but low-key celebrations at home. That's been a boon for upscale catering services like Ridgewells in Washington. Says owner Susan Lacz: "We're seeing a lot more bookings for small, elegant home parties this year...
Bajwa's experience and knowledge about the game of squash will certainly be a great boon to the Crimson...