adjective
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES
a good/satisfactory recovery
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He is making a good recovery from a knee injury.
a possible/acceptable/satisfactory alternative
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I’m busy tomorrow but Wednesday is a possible alternative.
a satisfactory answer
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I didn’t get a satisfactory answer from the company.
a satisfactory outcome
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Our main aim is to achieve a satisfactory outcome for both parties.
a satisfactory solution (= good enough )
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We will not rest until a satisfactory solution is found.
a satisfactory/adequate explanation (= one that explains something completely )
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A bank must offer an adequate explanation of all its charges.
an acceptable/reasonable/satisfactory compromise
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By 1982 an acceptable compromise had been reached.
satisfactory progress
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The two students who fell behind are now making satisfactory progress.
COLLOCATIONS FROM CORPUS
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as
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She was in no hurry to reach it - contemplation was almost as satisfactory as arrival.
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Progress to date is regarded as satisfactory .
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We must now change gear somewhat, and ask what it would take for such relationships to be treated as satisfactory explanations.
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His condition was described as satisfactory .
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And the result of their explanations was as satisfactory as even they could have wished.
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The final report was as satisfactory as could be expected.
completely
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None of them are completely satisfactory because of the problem of control of ability and opportunity in the different settings.
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So far, neither nature nor nurture has provided a completely satisfactory explanation.
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Neither of these two basic approaches provides a completely satisfactory framework for understanding the experience of ageing.
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But none are so pervasive, nor so completely satisfactory , that they rule out the need for other lines of explanation.
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Database technology does not provide a completely satisfactory solution to this problem.
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A quite possible result though is that no one supplier is completely satisfactory on all counts across the whole range of products.
entirely
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This, though a more realistic standard of judgement, was also not entirely satisfactory .
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The penalty under Section 242, when only one individual acted, was still not entirely satisfactory .
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For most novels of literary merit, neither the dualist nor the monist doctrine will be entirely satisfactory .
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Neither method is entirely satisfactory since apparently homologous muscles may change their sites of attachment during evolution and alter their functions.
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For reasons explained in the rolling stock chapter, they were not entirely satisfactory and were returned at the end of 1923.
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Yet neither of these explanations on their own seems to me to be entirely satisfactory .
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They were not entirely satisfactory and had a tendency to derail on the very sharp corner at Pitlake.
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But these provisions are not entirely satisfactory .
highly
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With such enjoyable and accessible music this could make a highly satisfactory set for demonstrating a newly acquired hi-fi system.
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What is much more important is deliberately to look for alternatives even when the present answer or proposal seems highly satisfactory .
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It was a satisfactory end to a highly satisfactory Liverpool performances.
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Grumbling quietly in a highly satisfactory sort of way, I eased the car into the traffic and headed back towards Colcutt.
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Had the government been able to avoid foreign war its situation would have been highly satisfactory .
less
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These proved less satisfactory than the Brill bogies.
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Near the Hub less satisfactory alternatives were available.
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It is less satisfactory if there is a danger of creating a psychological barrier to doing something positive about getting another job.
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But whatever might be achieved in architecture by such methods, in an organisation the results were less satisfactory .
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The Mountain &038; Gibson trucks appear to have been slightly less satisfactory than the other two types.
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The rest of the concert, also presided over by Maxwell Davies, was less satisfactory .
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But now, look at the matter from the other side, and see how much less satisfactory the alternative explanation is.
more
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Many marriages were more satisfactory than Matilda's alliance with the count of Anjou.
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They compare themselves to their fathers, who may have earned a more satisfactory living with less work.
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But the new explanation wasn't much more satisfactory than the first.
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In many ways, however, it would be far more satisfactory to make two smaller blinds to hang side by side.
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However, it is much more satisfactory to exchange by telephone, using one of the Law Society's formulae.
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A more satisfactory explanation might be that different moral considerations apply for different people in similar situations.
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A small group of horses in a paddock, perhaps three or four individuals, is more satisfactory than a large group.
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A solid plastic bed is much more satisfactory for this purpose, provided that it will not be chewed.
most
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This is probably the most satisfactory method for the landlord since the regularity of his cash flow will be maintained.
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Some of the most satisfactory aquarium specimens are the pygmy angelfishes.
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The geese moved in, felt at home, laid eggs - and a most satisfactory twenty-four goslings hatched that year.
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But still the principle of dependence on organic evolution proves the most satisfactory .
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Option 3 clearly requires the most work, but equally clearly is the most satisfactory .
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However, the most satisfactory response could only mean a major thrust coordinated at national level.
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Although unconsummated, this relationship was undoubtedly the most satisfactory of his life and resulted in his passionate advocacy of animal rights.
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The most satisfactory approach is to try to identify features which are replicated in most of the schemes.
perfectly
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For a small amount of cream a wire whisk is perfectly satisfactory and just as quick as an electric beater.
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It is a perfectly satisfactory word processor but lacks the sparkle of many of the currently available rivals.
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This sounds unattractive but is perfectly satisfactory in use.
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I believe that it is possible to have a perfectly satisfactory single market without a single currency.
quite
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From Stirling's point of view this would have been quite satisfactory , but he smelt danger in the following proposals.
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But this is not quite satisfactory .
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Nevertheless a mixture containing coarse sand and bulb fibre or peat moss should be quite satisfactory .
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For fairly short distances l.e.d.'s are quite satisfactory .
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It took only 40 minutes to get there which is quite satisfactory .
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His wounds were examined for signs of possible infection but they appeared quite satisfactory .
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This will not provide great accuracy but is thought to be quite satisfactory for the present purpose.
very
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The published drawings are not very satisfactory: and the two depicting the vessel do not match.
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He was, it is true, never a very satisfactory mascot.
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But for the excellence of Loppe and his sugar-master, it would not have been very satisfactory .
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I went on a search for children's books about death but found nothing very satisfactory .
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This basis of deciding the case is not very satisfactory in the current climate.
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Net investment income has shown a very satisfactory advance as interest costs continue to fall in line with reduced borrowing.
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Large firms generally move their protégés around from one department to another - a very satisfactory arrangement.
wholly
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Joan found the transition from sanctuary to Tower wholly satisfactory .
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That could indicate a feeling that the ecumenical solution is not wholly satisfactory .
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More importantly, I did not find the sections on taxonomy and evolution wholly satisfactory .
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If the appointment is not wholly satisfactory , look at your notes and try and see where you made your mistakes.
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And the Executive's recommendation is not by any means wholly satisfactory .
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No doubt the missio, with its insistence on proving bad faith, had not been a wholly satisfactory remedy.
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We may agree that this is not wholly satisfactory .
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He failed to make a wholly satisfactory career.
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answer
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One long-standing allegation of satanic elements in masonry, however, still awaits a satisfactory answer .
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There are hundreds of questions to be asked in order to find a satisfactory answer to the general question.
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But she had no satisfactory answer to that.
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We are left by the master without a satisfactory answer to our question.
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She was baffled when she couldn't give herself, or wouldn't give herself, a satisfactory answer .
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I can not pretend to give a satisfactory answer to these questions.
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In the case of Sri Lanka, there is no satisfactory answer .
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But he can never come up with a satisfactory answer .
arrangement
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Large firms generally move their protégés around from one department to another - a very satisfactory arrangement .
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He urged that a strong and determined show of force would intimidate the whites and a satisfactory arrangement could then be made.
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The most satisfactory arrangement is to have the cable connector concealed beneath a small paving slab.
completion
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Afterwards it feels like the satisfactory completion of another episode of a long-running game show.
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The appointment of the nominated candidate will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire.
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Upon satisfactory completion of this preregistration year, the graduate becomes fully registered by the General Medical Council.
conclusion
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It is most important to our textile industry that we reach a satisfactory conclusion .
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Besides which, there is no satisfactory conclusion .
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In any case the sooner the war was brought to a satisfactory conclusion the better.
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After much thought and reasoning, however, Jack reached no satisfactory conclusion regarding Johnnie's unhappiness.
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This is hardly a satisfactory conclusion and not one seriously intended by the doctrine itself.
condition
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Middlesbrough General Hospital said Miss Harrison was in a satisfactory condition last night.
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St Mary's, although nearly repaired to satisfactory condition , still needs a new use.
explanation
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We never have a satisfactory explanation of where it comes from.
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So far, neither nature nor nurture has provided a completely satisfactory explanation .
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Can I offer any more satisfactory explanation of the mystery of existence?
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This is an extraordinary ratio, and there has never been a satisfactory explanation for it.
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A more satisfactory explanation might be that different moral considerations apply for different people in similar situations.
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To date, no one has been able to come up with a satisfactory explanation .
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We must now change gear somewhat, and ask what it would take for such relationships to be treated as satisfactory explanations .
level
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The dwellings will be so designed to provide a satisfactory level of privacy for adjoining residential properties. 3.
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Adequate organization performance is possible through balancing the necessity to get out work while maintaining morale at a satisfactory level .
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Once a satisfactory level is achieved then blood glucose monitoring can be extended initially to two-hourly.
method
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Non-arts teachers are obliged to empathize the arts position - a less than satisfactory method of proceeding.
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This is probably the most satisfactory method for the landlord since the regularity of his cash flow will be maintained.
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There was no satisfactory method of dealing with trivial complaints.
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It has given the life industry three years to develop a satisfactory method of remuneration disclosure.
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A number of experiments have been set up to try to establish a satisfactory method of appraisal.
outcome
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Final ratification can be reserved for a satisfactory outcome of the debate.
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All three diabetic patients had a satisfactory outcome despite the fact that one of them has severe autonomic neuropathy.
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He had been prepared to cancel an engagement at London's Victoria and Albert Museum if a satisfactory outcome was reached.
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A similarly satisfactory outcome is anticipated for the present year.
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This is a process which may take a number of reruns to achieve what we would consider to be a satisfactory outcome .
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The median survival of a year or more with symptoms controlled in most of those treated represents a very satisfactory outcome .
performance
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The Diploma normally awarded after nine months on basis of satisfactory performance in three courses.
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A leading wines and spirits producer and distributor wrote of generally good candidates and satisfactory performance .
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Originally planned as a live recording, that strategy was abandoned after satisfactory performances could not be captured.
progress
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Mr. Knox Does my right hon. and learned Friend think that this situation represents satisfactory progress over the last 18 years?
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Claire was born prematurely, received surfactants and oxygen therapy for two days, and made satisfactory progress .
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Those who do not make satisfactory progress may be required to discontinue their studies after this initial period.
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If, however, he makes satisfactory progress , he could be released to a less-secure parole facility earlier than that.
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The utility continues to make satisfactory progress to reposition itself for the periodic price review.
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Medics are keeping her under intensive care but say she is making satisfactory progress .
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Active exploration requires a Mines Royal Licence, issued for twelve months extended annually for up to three years dependent on satisfactory progress .
resolution
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There is no satisfactory resolution of this problem, either conceptually or empirically.
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The only satisfactory resolution is to plan future visits in order to complete a thorough sampling.
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The Computer Group will be responsible for satisfactory resolution of the problem.
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Central-local affairs After much experiment we still have no satisfactory resolution of our local government problem.
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Often the mere fact that the trade union member has approached the Commissioner will lead to the satisfactory resolution of the problem.
result
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A suboptimal ultrasonographic localisation could explain less satisfactory results obtained in some other centres.
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The smoothing recipe described below generally gives satisfactory results and involves only a limited amount of computational effort.
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Only 16 butterflies were seen but these are seasonal insects and this represents a very satisfactory result for one month's search.
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There will probably be a small range of settings that give satisfactory results .
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Overall, taking account of current market conditions, the three Villa Grisebach auctions achieved satisfactory results .
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Equally satisfactory results can be obtained using more orthodox treatments.
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For years I tried to paint around grasses and tried masking fluid; however neither approach gave me a satisfactory result .
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He concluded that the test gave satisfactory results for diagnostic purposes.
solution
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The only truly satisfactory solution would be to pull the place down and start again.
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Too much energy can be spent looking for the perfect idea when being pragmatic and settling for a satisfactory solution is best.
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Nevertheless, the rewards of finding satisfactory solutions are high enough for experimental work to be continued.
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However, producing a consolidated balance sheet without the fund balance sheets is hardly a satisfactory solution .
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We hope to reach a satisfactory solution to this matter.
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Database technology does not provide a completely satisfactory solution to this problem.
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The Byzantine contribution was the pendentive and this is not only a more satisfactory solution but will support large domes.
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The district council were monitoring the situation and they hoped to see a satisfactory solution in the near future.
standard
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Diplomas are awarded to candidates who reach a satisfactory standard in written examinations following nine months of coursework.
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In other words they aim to satisfy and to perform to satisfactory standards .
way
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The only really satisfactory way of repairing the damage is to remove the old finish and then treat the burnt area.
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Mental performance tests By now it might be wondered whether there is any satisfactory way to measure mental performance.
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But hawking is labour-intensive and time-consuming and hardly a satisfactory way of keeping rabbit populations down.
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The only satisfactory way of drawing, he said, was to draw to natural size.
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A more satisfactory way of delimiting lexical units is to look for grammatical differences which correlate with differences of meaning.
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The problem is compounded by lack of a satisfactory way for local government to raise its own revenue.
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The light structures and free soundboard amplify the resonances in a very satisfactory way .
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
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Lynne got satisfactory grades and was offered a place at university.
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Nobody could give Donna a satisfactory answer to her question.
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You won't get paid unless your work is satisfactory .
EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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Adequate organization performance is possible through balancing the necessity to get out work while maintaining morale at a satisfactory level.
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How does the analyst decide what constitutes a satisfactory unit for analysis?
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However, to look only at the persons who were the actual depositors would not be satisfactory .
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Particularly in terms of slippage the minutes are sometimes less than satisfactory , recording only the slippage since the last meeting.
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The general sanitary situation in Gorazde seemed reasonably satisfactory .
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The position was satisfactory but the Society faced considerable expenditure in connection with the Museum and donations would be particularly welcome.
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There was no satisfactory method of dealing with trivial complaints.
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They had to go through a long interrogation, and their answers were not found to be satisfactory .