Incompetent GOP nominees could change the picture, but almost all of the seats that Republicans are defending are in solid-red states.

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"As the series against Sri Lanka has been decided we have an ideal opportunity to provide Ricky with two solid weeks of red-ball cricket, " said selector Greg Chappell.

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In biology every solid clue emerges after a dozen red herrings that can waste years of effort.

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Obama said that solid evidence of chemical weaponry would constitute a red line in the conflict and produce major consequences.

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While the Red Bulls have one of the league's most electrifying attacks, their defense is about as solid as tiramisu.

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