One example of finding that balance: maintaining the distiction in materials between Gucci bags (made of calf leather) and of Bottega Venetta bags (made of sheepskin).

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Such purchases of raw materials still count as U.S. imports in balance of trade.

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We created ZenRobotics to establish an intelligent recycling process for commercial and demolition waste and begin to change the balance of waste and resources and increase the volume of recycled materials.

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It was then that I realized how perfect of a make and design this watch was with its incredible balance and quality materials.

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