Multilingual decision-making, it seems, only works with years of preparation.

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In preparation for orchestral readings, each jazz musician works with a mentor composer.

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Preparation of the documentation related to the restoration works executed including, drawings and photographic documentation on restoration process carried out.

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As a result, new rules governing the preparation of tax returns have been in the works for nearly three years with the first phase of the regulations implemented in 2011.

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Before arriving each morning, he works out with a personal trainer or studies Mandarin, which he is learning in preparation for the trip to China.

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Preparation work for the new route from the A3095 is expected to start on 18 February with the main road works beginning in the spring for 26 weeks.

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