Even if the Syrian economy were in fine shape, the country would still have deep troubles.

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While his shotmaking has been erratic at times, McIlroy's long game is in fine shape.

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As he has before, Skilling insisted that Enron was in fine shape when he left that summer.

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For now, with the economy roaring, companies look in fine shape.

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UBS' Shaw believes Koppers will be in fine shape, since it has locked in long-term contracts and has a history of stable growth in past downturns.

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Better luck with revealing that famous Hoff physique - still in fine shape at 60 - and almost exposed when his kilt malfunctions in the finale.

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And when you factor in the number of additional concessions they were given simply for accepting a smaller revenue share and rookie wage scales, the players walk away from this deal in fine financial shape.

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Flute-like in shape and made of fine Czech crystal, they were designed to minimize the loss of carbonation during pouring, or at least that's how I understand it.

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