With these props, America can avoid a deep slump, but don't expect a vigorous recovery.

ECONOMIST: The world economy

America's vigorous recovery and China's unbridled expansion have made it easy for Latin America and South-East Asia to export their goods.

ECONOMIST: The Fund's golden Rato

Optimists argue that every deep post-war recession has been followed by a vigorous recovery and that growth will be well above its trend rate in 2010.

ECONOMIST: The world economy

Stressing his full recovery, Kerry often strikes a vigorous pose on the campaign trail, playing ice hockey, bicycling and skiing during photo sessions with the media.

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