ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD CERTAIN
From Old French, from Latin certus sure, fixed, from cernere to discern, decide.
10 QUOTES WITH «CERTAIN»
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Spirituality is deeply personal. Yet, society has to face the fact that certain faiths celebrate spirituality through an overt expression of inner convictions.
We all in real life put on these masks - we don't swear when we're around certain people... When we come home, when you're on your own I'm sure you're really different than when you're with your boss.
Film critics said I gave a voice to the fear we all have: that we'll reach a certain point in our lives, look around and realize that all the things we said we'd do and become will never come to be - and that we're ordinary.
You're certain to get a decision in a trial.
Starting at age 10, my personality and my identity all stemmed from employment. I had a set to be at. I was a certain way with the cameraman, a certain way with the makeup lady - a normal, routine environment.
I think violence in a cinematic context can be, if handled in a certain way, very seductive.
I studied the Bible and philosophy in college, and I think in a certain sense that's the kind of stuff that still makes my brain work.
As corollaries to the right of every individual to life and to full participation in society, the Declaration incorporated in the list of human rights the right to work and a certain number of economic, social, and cultural rights.
The Constitution was the expression not only of a political faith, but also of political fears. It was wrought both as the organ of the national interest and as the bulwark of certain individual and local rights.
There are certain things you don't discuss with Ansel, especially if you don't agree.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CERTAIN»
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certain in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
certain and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Certain Slant of Light
In the class of the high school English teacher she has been haunting, Helen feels them: for the first time in 130 years, human eyes are looking at her.
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Certain: The Presidency of George W. Bush
A political insider explores the secrecy and notoriety surrounding the current administration, offering anecdotal behind-the-scenes perspectives on specific decisions that have been made while addressing such challenges as September 11, the ...
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On Being
Certain: Believing You Are Right Even When You're Not
Nobody who reads this book will walk away from it and say ‘I know this for sure’ ever again.” --Sylvia Pagán Westphal, science reporter, The Wall Street Journal “Burton provides a compelling and though-provoking case that we should ...
Robert Burton, M.D., 2008
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Certain Victory: The U.S. Army in the Gulf War
The official U.S. Army account of Army performance in the Gulf War, Certain Victory was originally published by the Office of the Chief of Staff, U.S. Army, in 1993.
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Certain Ambiguity: A Mathematical Novel
Moving and enlightening, A Certain Ambiguity is a story about what it means to face the extent--and the limits--of human knowledge.
Gaurav Suri, Hartosh Singh Bal, 2010
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Certain Victory: Images of World War II in the Japanese Media
At once informed, scholarly, and readily accessible, this lavishly illustrated volume offers an accurate representation of the official Japanese narrative of the war in contemporary terms.
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Certain Idea of Europe
Craig Parsons argues in A Certain Idea of Europe that this "something" was a particular set of ideas generated in Western Europe after the Second World War.
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Certain Realism: Making Use of Pasolini's Film Theory and ...
Pier Paolo Pasolini (1922-1975) was arguably the most complex director of postwar Italian cinema. His films "Accattone," "The Canterbury Tales," "Medea," "Sal " continue to challenge and entertain new generations of moviegoers.
Maurizio Sanzio Viano, 1993
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Seeing like a state: How
Certain Schemes to Improve the ...
Why do well-intentioned plans for improving the human condition go tragically awry? In a wide-ranging and original study, James C. Scott analyzes failed cases of large-scale authoritarian plans in a variety of fields.
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Certain Trumpets: The Nature of Leadership
In Certain Trumpets, Garry Wills presents portraits of eminent leaders including FDR to Ross Perot, King David, Martha Graham, and many others, offering an illuminating lens for studying society and ourselves.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CERTAIN»
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certain is used in the context of the following news items.
Graff Diamonds Certain to Stun At This Year's Art Southampton Fair
Art Southampton, now entering its 4th consecutive season will unite with Graff diamonds for a launch party at the London Jewellers, ... «New York Observer, Jul 15»
Some dual citizens worry new rules stigmatize certain ethnic groups
OTTAWA—A new law allowing the government to revoke the Canadian citizenship of dual citizens convicted of certain serious crimes is ... «Toronto Star, Jul 15»
Fadhayyil not certain for Falmouth
Fadhayyil could sidestep her engagement in the Qipco Falmouth Stakes at Newmarket on Friday in favour of an easier opportunity elsewhere. «Racinguk.com - pure racing entertainment, Jul 15»
Noonan expects Greece to apply for third bailout
"The Greek side has submitted proposals from (30 June), and they are still on the table, with certain improvements," the official said. "They will ... «RTE.ie, Jul 15»
Poroshenko certain Russian gas transit will continue via Ukraine …
Poroshenko certain Russian gas transit will continue via Ukraine after 2019. Print version. July 7, 2015, 4:22 p.m. | Ukraine — by Interfax-Ukraine. Employees ... «Kyiv Post, Jul 15»
Starbucks To Increase Prices On Certain Beverages Starting Tuesday
LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Your morning latte at Starbucks will set you back a few more cents starting Tuesday. That's because the ... «CBS Local, Jul 15»
Carly Aquilino's New Hair Hue Is Giving Us Shades Of A Certain …
To say Carly Aquilino has been switching it up in the hair color department would be a major understatement: In the past few months, the “Girl ... «MTV.com, Jul 15»
Managing Directors and Certain Board Members in Spain May Need …
Reforms of the Spanish Companies Act ('Ley de Sociedades de Capital') which came into force at the end of 2014 introduced new regulations ... «The National Law Review, Jul 15»
City councillors allow signs to be hung on certain buildings …
City councillors allow signs to be hung on certain buildings, overruling planning staff. By: Aldo Santin Posted: 2:13 PM | Comments: Tweet; Post ... «Winnipeg Free Press, Jul 15»
Got crow's feet? Why wrinkles occur more in certain parts of the face
A study that imaged skin from cadavers may explain why wrinkles occur more in certain parts of the face. Published in the journal Clinical ... «The Australian Financial Review, Jul 15»
