They lack the strength of character to drop the act.

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Contrast that with the Bank's forecasts, which show a much sharper drop in the growth rate in 1998 as the strength of the pound finally hits exports, before a rebound in 1999.

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The drop in Bank of America short interest coincides with recent strength in the stock.

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"If a good number of people can drop in, it will make the point again about the strength of feeling locally, " the MP said.

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South Korea's Hyundai Motor has reported a 15% drop in first quarter profit, after being hit by industrial action and the strength of the won.

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Although the drop was concentrated in the volatile orders for commercial aircraft, the report showed little strength in other segments of manufacturing economy.

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The drop was not as severe when the US markets opened the next day and the stock kept gaining strength throughout the day, closing down only a couple of percent from the prior trading day.

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