That is, unless your son has that magic combination of freaky shortness, lousy grades, and great, great shoe connections.

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Digital downloads and other new technology hold the same vast promise--but only if you can find the magic combination of technology, talent and distribution models.

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What combination of states adds up to that magic number?

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Can the famous combination of quarterback Tom Brady and coach Bill Belichick work their magic again to claim a fifth Vince Lombardi Trophy for the Patriots?

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