Distortion has it both ways: It rocks out, and its momentum counterbalances Merritt's typically dour mood.

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For some time the party has managed to have it both ways: seen by many Labour voters as defenders of the public services and willing to raise taxes, while on the ground chasing or being chased by the Tories for seats.

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The effete commentariat has indeed got away too long with having it both ways: agreeing that ideology has ended whilst mocking Mr Blair for trying to do good without having one.

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For too long, it has been possible for far too many around the world to have it both ways.

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It (the relationship) has worked both ways with loyalty on both sides.

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