Most everyone agrees that the current system is a mess.

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Most everyone agrees the Postal Service needs an overhaul.

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At issue here is the fact that by the time it is easy to see what the market is doing and that everyone agrees with your theme, most investors have already taken action based on the theme at hand.

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For instance, just about everyone agrees that strong central guidance has been the most important factor responsible for the spectacular rise of the Chinese economy.

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Although everyone watching its spots agrees that Macs are cooler, most people also adore Mr Hodgman's PC.

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