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• “It is certain," he continues, "that these ways are excellent, and that fowls that have to be cooked in a hurry thereby obtain an admirable tenderness (_une tendreté admirable_).”

  Two Years in the French West Indies

• “Now, though I consider the title admirable, I believe it is not Mr. Darwin's but the Publisher's, as you are no doubt aware that publishers _will_ have a taking title, and authors must and do give way to them.”

  Alfred Russel Wallace: Letters and Reminiscences, Vol. 1

• “Now, though I consider the title admirable, I believe it is not Mr. Darwin's but the Publisher's, as you are no doubt aware that publishers will have a taking title, and authors must and do give way to them.”

  Alfred Russel Wallace Letters and Reminiscences

• “Tutwiler says Egypt is making what he calls an admirable effort to develop a strategy to conserve and recycle water and live within its means.”

  Voice of America: Nile Debate Emphasizes Conservation, Water Sharing

• “The next year he produced only a few medical trifles, but in 1557 he brought out two other scientific works which he characterizes as admirable -- one the _Ars parva curandi_, and the other a treatise _De”

  Jerome Cardan A Biographical Study

• “The character I find most admirable is the mothershe's so tough and self-assured, yet vulnerable, and with a sense of humor.”

  A Conversation with Julie Otsuka, author of When the Emperor was Divine

• “My command are in admirable spirits and to a man are confident of the ultimate success of our arms, and are all anxious to be detailed on picket or other duty where a chance is afforded them to avenge themselves on the rebels, who are attempting to destroy their country.”

  Your History Moment: Hiram Berdan’s Sharpshooters in the Siege of Yorktown « Third Point of Singularity

• “Several news stories about Harris-Moore feature witnesses and acquaintances who refer to his cunning and intelligence, and his self-training in operating stolen Cessnas, if not admirable, is certainly notable.”

  David Gordon Green to Make Biopic About Teen Outlaw Colton Harris-Moore | /Film

• “Most of the people who considered Palin admirable are not in touch with the reality that is Palin.”

  Clinton edges out Palin in 'Most Admired' poll

• “I find Mr. McCain admirable for his fair-play and objectivity.”

  McCain: Obama has done well, but hasn't been bipartisan

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