That is,this kind of pull-yourself-up-by-your-bootstraps, that with enough determination and hard work that you can transcend limitations of money or class or gender.

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Mr Ayling pursued this deal with great determination, to the point of infuriating Europe's competition commissioner, Karel Van Miert.

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And finally, I want to thank all of you -- all the women who have served this nation with courage, determination, and distinction, from World War II to today in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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The SNB will enforce this minimum rate with the utmost determination and is prepared to buy foreign currency in unlimited quantities.

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