"We remain optimistic this can be cleared up quickly through the SEC's review process, " Mr. Hastings said at the time.

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Northern Ireland minister Hugo Swire said the government would ensure that the difficulties were "cleared up and cleared up quickly, so that people can go about their normal business in Northern Ireland".

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Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder has said he wants the issue cleared up as quickly as possible, and has sent auditors to Cologne to examine the books.

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Jake's infection quickly cleared up -- and after reviewing the medical evidence, Vatican officials declared it a miracle.

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Finally, in areas that have been cleared, we are surging diplomatic and civilian resources to ensure that military progress is quickly followed up with real improvements in daily life.

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