It was not yet dark, but my compatriots were favorably impressed by the restaurant's famously gaudy exterior, lights and bright colors.

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" "I can understand why some of my compatriots may be cheering.

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Some of my compatriots thought that it was all about showing how macho one was: the ability to drink someone under the table for example.

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Pay close attention to the following, my right-of-center compatriots: GM and Chrysler would also have preferred a nongovernmental solution, and much effort was expended in trying to achieve one.

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My kids will be joining millions of their candy-seeking compatriots across the nation in begging for candy from strangers Oct. 31, but only after they've had enough of Mama's "You Must Eat This If You Want To Go Trick-or-Treating" Squash Soup.

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