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Pastel shades are extremely versatile and blend with most traditional Western furnishings and interior designs.
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It is an extremely versatile commodity in that it provides petrol, fuel oil, chemicals and synthetic fibres, etc.
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The Sverdlov-class of cruiser, of which 22 were to be built, was an extremely versatile type of warship.
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Scissors types are extremely versatile powered by battery, propane gas or diesel.
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New Kibun Prawn Sticks are extremely versatile .
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It is full of flavour and is a convenient and extremely versatile food.
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Most commercial instruments are extremely versatile , with an extensive choice of rotor speeds and a temperature control system.
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In short, the pen-based interface is highly versatile , and offers many further capabilities besides that of handwritten input.
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I found the Vulcan to be a highly versatile jacket - great for hillwalking, spring skiing and everyday use.
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A well cut, short style is possibly more versatile than any other hair length.
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No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile .
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Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books.
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S., these vehicles are catching on because they are roomier and more versatile than traditional car models.
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It will be faster, more versatile and user-friendly than any previous technology.
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None, however, is more versatile than Neikrug.
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As networks spread and computers become more versatile , such problems will inevitably increase.
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The techniques developed will lead to a more versatile approach to landscape assessment than is presently possible.
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It is the brian-child of Barbara Hall who can fairly claim to be the most versatile crossword compiler in the business.
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The dry mixes are the most versatile .
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By experimenting one will only discover the delights of this neglected, but most versatile medium.
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Now they can go about their business of being the deepest, most versatile , most talented team in the nation.
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These survivors, and their many descendants, provide us with one of the most versatile of tree fruits.
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Tourmaline One of the most versatile gems.
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Again, fleeces provide the most versatile mid-layer, though few of them are very effective at keeping out the wind.
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The original owner played a vital role in the most versatile design and layout features.
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Normally it has to be one or the other, but leather is so versatile it can be both.
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In fact, I played Miriam, and Mo, being so versatile , played another role.
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They are so versatile - ranging from the elegant to the honestly simple, from the highly spiced to the delicately flavoured.
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That's also why I like having long hair, it's so versatile .
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Very few men have led so versatile or so successful a life as Peter Scott.
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Felt boards are very versatile , and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher.
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They were available in large numbers, they could fly low, and they were tremendously maneuver-able and very versatile .
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It's a very versatile shape for everyone from the slender to the grandest size.
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Because microorganisms are very versatile and can be quite efficient at degrading toxic compounds, using biotechnology can be cost-effective.
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Lurchers are, in fact, very versatile animals.
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Bar charts are very versatile and accurate.
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Inkjet technology is also proving to be very versatile .
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These two essences are very versatile having a myriad of therapeutic properties.
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a versatile athlete
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a versatile work table
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Because lavender oil is versatile and cheap, it is the most used in aromatherapy.
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Few foods are as versatile as cheese.
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Few musicians are as versatile as he is: he plays, composes, arranges, and teaches.
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Meryl Streep is a wonderfully versatile actress.
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Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books.
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Felt boards are very versatile , and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher.
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No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile .
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They feed suspended in mid-water, but are versatile enough to browse also under the ice and on the seabed.
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Whatever, bamboo is versatile and appealing and is a great material to rediscover as we enter the new millennium.