"All our military guys on the ground are desperate to figure out whom they can send to talk to these friendly Iraqis, " said a Rumsfeld ally.

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He has also made two much-quoted statements that seem far too friendly to the memory of Hitler, whom he now roundly if belatedly condemns.

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The CTBT relies on 30 of 51 nations on its executive council most of whom are not friendly to the U.S. to agree that an illegal test has been conducted, and then to agree to inspect the facilities of the offending country (which can still be declared off-limits by that country).

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Older gamers appreciate the sense of accomplishment they get from completing puzzles and levels, the contact they have with other, usually friendly players (most of whom are very friendly) as well as the ability to indulge at times that are convenient for them say, when everyone else is asleep.

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The young widower never remarried, although there were various women in his social circle with whom he was known to be on friendly (never intimate) terms, and who, moreover, had all the qualities required to become the new Mrs.

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Mayor Michael Bloomberg pointed to the need for a more customer-friendly approach by city agencies and customs officials as a way to lure more foreign tourists, many of whom are big spenders who bring a lot to the local economy.

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