But I'll tell you, having been on the receiving end of information sometimes which one could constitute as, 'warnings, ' they are often difficult to act on, sometimes not very concrete.

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Sometimes they have a more concrete goal.

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It is sometimes used in combination with modern materials like reinforced concrete or steel for building houses and bridges.

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