There's always been a tight connection between professional sports and the business of war.

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When you have a tight connection and want to make sure you get something to eat for the plane ride, this app is a godsend.

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At the time, Google emphasized the tight connection with AdWords.

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On the plus side, the connection is tight and secure, but the button placement of the remote made it tough to find without looking down.

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"Religion and connection to something higher than oneself, connection to the sacred, connection to a tight-knit religious community allows you to modulate your reactions and your emotions to believe there is a broader purpose, " says Dr Kerry Morton, who is involved in a longer-term study on Adventist health.

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Currently, however, the connection between the monetary base and the money supply is not as tight as it used to be.

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