As the case unfolded, Mrs Bercow's QC, William McCormick, had argued that the phrase "innocent face" was merely an indication that the tweet should be read in a deadpan manner, comparable to stage directions or notation on a musical score.

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Various foreign countries select their presidents in this manner, and some American states already have two-stage balloting in their primaries.

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Ms. Netrebko's friendly manner and years in the spotlight suggest an artist at consummate ease on the stage, but don't let appearances fool you, she cautions.

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Rieder says King's dual nature -- the "crossover King" with the refined, professorial manner, and the private, even sarcastic King -- take turns on center stage in the letter.

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Yes, looking at hard assets and debts in this manner is useful: but we do have to then go on to the next stage which is to point out that by their taxing powers governments have a future revenue stream.

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