Its deep vision has also enabled scientists to trace the story of how galaxies have changed through cosmic time.

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They have vision, deep product pipelines, quality management.

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Mr Hobsbawm's deep learning, his lofty vision and, frequently, a charming style are all on display.

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Few companies other than NVIDIA have the vision, guts and deep gaming experience to have pulled this off.

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Now back on dry land after broadcasting on the latest work on the research ship James Cook in the Cayman Trough, I'm still picking up messages from people amazed at getting such an extraordinary vision of the reality of the deep sea.

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But truly passionate leaders can be quiet: passion in a leader is a deep and abiding commitment to a cause, a vision, an enterprise.

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Ours is a partnership based on common values and interests, a shared vision of the world, and the deep-rooted ties of friendship among our two peoples.

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People with vision who can connect with other cultures on a deep level are needed in the Imagination Age, as are those who can do a lot with a little and communicate their ideas with clarity and passion.

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By choosing to focus on a big picture vision of his administration, Romney was able to avoid a deep dive into gun issues, which have provided for some awkward moments during his political career.

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