Aisha remained optimistic about democratic change in the west African country, particularly for women, but was also realistic about its pace.

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We are not shy in our ambition but we are also realistic in the challenge in front of us.

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But he is also realistic.

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And so, I would say yes, I'm optimistic about being able to achieve a victory, but I'm also realistic.

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Masika tries to dream of a better future, but she's also realistic.

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That may be realistic but it also suggests a siege that could outlast Troy's.

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But he also has to be realistic.

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But she also said people must be realistic and call an end to treatment when there is no chance of it working, just as you would with any other illness.

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It has the smallest field (around 90), which includes the top 50 players in the world, but also a host of players who have no realistic shot at winning.

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Yes, you should have a long-term goal of where you want to eventually get to, but you also need to have short-term goals that are specific, realistic, and measurable.

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However Pepy remains realistic about the industry's future where there will be increased competition, but also more collaboration.

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