Prospective jobs in the field seem slim, and competition and relocation seem eminent.

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Still, Cameron knows how to make blockbusters, and the odds of him failing with any of these projects seem slim.

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But as the extent of the scandal becomes clear, Mr Schroeder's chances of coming out of the affair untainted seem slim.

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The chances that a lame duck Congress will address this issue seem slim as other priorities loom during the short time left.

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The chances of passing one now seem slim.

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These reverses seem to tarnish the reputation that Slim, 61, has developed over the past decade: that of a savvy businessman who knew how to spot opportunities and turn them around.

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The country is now closely divided on gay marriage, with perhaps a slim advantage for its proponents, and independents think Republicans seem mean when they talk about it.

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There remains only a slim chance of a change from the Bank on Tuesday although investors seem to feel that it remains a matter of time before rates edge higher.

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Therefore, in view of the obstacles they seem to be facing, their chances of succeeding in joining the labour force in their country appear to be slim.

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