In a statement announcing the deal, OLPC founder Nicholas Negroponte said the organisation was starting to get "good traction" from countries keen to sign up and buy the distinctive green and white XO laptops in large numbers.

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Social media experts, gurus, ninjas, and magicians have sprung up to fill this need in the marketplace and so far there has been fairly good traction in figuring out how to best utilize Facebook and other social channels to engage with consumers.

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We did reach out to other bloggers, but just happened to get good initial traction with male-focused sites.

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There is no shortage of opportunities for good talent and good ideas gain traction fast.

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When accelerating from a standstill, the system sends 30 percent of the power to the front wheels, as long as the road is dry and traction is good.

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So does this mean, to use a resonant phrase gaining a good deal of global traction thanks to the power of social media, that banks such as HSBC are not only "too big to fail" but also "too big to jail"?

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After all, the understanding that strategic immigration is good for our economy is gaining traction among the broader public as well.

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The prospect of having to pony up nearly half a billion dollars for a joint venture that doesn't seem to be getting any traction doesn't seem like a good idea.

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Good, safe winter driving requires careful changes in direction and smooth braking, respecting and maintaining precious traction.

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Wi-Fi will remain big, which is good for Cisco ( CSCO) and others in that business, and femtocells have begun to gain traction.

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