On the other hand, Mr Yanukovych, often seen as "pro-Russian", needs to be careful not to appear a soft touch.

另一方面，亚努科维奇常常被视为“亲俄”派，谨小慎微，似乎不容易被击败。

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"Caress" is a word that comes easily to Mr. Ackermann, who relies almost exclusively on sensual fabrics with a soft touch, like silk and leather.

WSJ: The Ackermann Effect

The incoming administration was almost certainly consulted about Mr Bush's rescue, and Mr Obama has already made it clear that he will not be a soft touch for Detroit.

ECONOMIST: America's car industry