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  • COOPER: And David, on the stimulus, what I don't understand is why the president allowed so many of these programs, which the Republicans have just been picking apart, and even some Democrats say justifyingly so, into that House bill.

    CNN Transcript Feb 3, 2009 2009

  • How we are mixed of the many elements! she thought, as an observer; and self-justifyingly thought on, and with truth, that duty urged her upon this journey; and proudly thought, that she had not a shock of the painful great organ in her breast at the prospect at the end, or any apprehension of its failure to carry her through.

    One of Our Conquerors — Volume 4 George Meredith 1868

  • How we are mixed of the many elements! she thought, as an observer; and self-justifyingly thought on, and with truth, that duty urged her upon this journey; and proudly thought, that she had not a shock of the painful great organ in her breast at the prospect at the end, or any apprehension of its failure to carry her through.

    One of Our Conquerors — Complete George Meredith 1868

  • How we are mixed of the many elements! she thought, as an observer; and self-justifyingly thought on, and with truth, that duty urged her upon this journey; and proudly thought, that she had not a shock of the painful great organ in her breast at the prospect at the end, or any apprehension of its failure to carry her through.

    Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith George Meredith 1868

  • Brown incorrectly told Bonfield that all city employees are invited -- only honorees are -- and self-justifyingly estimated the cost to the city at close to $45,000 when you factor in lost productivity.

    NewsObserver.com - Home 2009

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