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- initialism Acoustical Society of America
- initialism American Standards Association, which has changed its name to American National Standards Institute (
ANSI ). - initialism American Society for Anesthesiology.
- initialism All Sciences Association.
- initialism Amateur Swimming Association.
- initialism organic chemistry, medicine
acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin ) - initialism military Air Sovereignty Alert. Refers to fighter jet units that provide aerial defense of the nation via high-readiness aircraft.
- initialism UK Advertising Standards Authority.
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On a non-religious note, I came across an article in the newspaper Union Jack (British news, published in the U.S.) about how the ASA is considering requiring disclaimers on advertisements featuring models if the models have been airbrushed in the pictures.
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Softball remains a popular sport; about 3 million people play in ASA leagues nationwide, says ASA executive director Ron Radigonda.
Wiffle ball, dodgeball, kickball make sports fun for adults 2010
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Softball remains a popular sport; about 3 million people play in ASA leagues nationwide, says ASA executive director Ron Radigonda.
Retro Playground Sports Catch on with Grown-Ups | Impact Lab 2010
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You agree that Opera Software ASA is not liable for any loss of data.
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ASA is taking a lot of heat for yet another botched shuttle mission, but my hat is off to the employee who thought to pack a hacksaw.
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As I said before, among industry bodies the ASA is showing itself as a rare good guy in the struggle against pseudoscience.
ASA vs Aqua Detox again Ray Girvan 2005
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So I called ASA President and CEO Lee Grossman to ask him about it.
David Kirby: Autism Rate Now at One Percent of All US Children? 2009
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And if you’re sure, tell the Sit Room while I call ASA.
Orbit John J. Nance 2006
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And if you’re sure, tell the Sit Room while I call ASA.
Orbit John J. Nance 2006
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But I think I may turn over a new leaf at next year's ASA, which is also in Philly.
Ferule & Fescue Flavia 2006
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