Many see Astrix as the ultimate symbol of France and the battle of many French to preserve their culture and way of life.

VOA: standard.2009.10.22

And whatever his ideology or beliefs - Britain's next leader may find that it's the economy that is the ultimate driver of policy at home and abroad.

VOA: standard.2010.04.30

"I think he ought to do what General Petraeus did and that is decide on exactly the number he needs and we debate it and the president makes the ultimate decision,".

VOA: standard.2009.08.23