In contrast, those with a learning-oriented attitude continue to plug away until they reach their goal, like The Little Engine That Could.

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With a maximum electric-only speed projected to top that of Prius plug-in, C-MAX Energi drivers might be able to reach wherever they're going a little faster, too.

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It has a geographic reach, across a range of cultures and economic groups, into which developers can plug key pieces of software, without forcing consumers through a dizzying store of choices.

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But most of these are to plug new artists and therefore have the blessing of the industry, because fledgling acts reach new audiences.

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