And the west continues to sidle toward war with Iran, either directly or through its proxy, Israel.

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In fact, MMM has been content to sidle between this supportive moving average, even as its 200-day trendline descends into the region.

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Reluctant to sidle up to a stranger and introduce myself, I roam, like I did at college parties, self-conscious, seltzer water in hand, not fitting in.

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At San Javier station, six stops from San Antonio, it is time to sidle onto Metrocable Line J, the newer and, at 2.7km in length, the much longer of the two cable car lines.

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First, the ducted fan design allows the car to achieve the speed and maneuverability of a helicopter -- 155 mph, 12, 000-foot altitude, two hours of flight time, vertical take off and landing -- but removes the dangers of exposed rotors, allowing the "car" to sidle up to buildings for rescue missions, or coexist in close quarters with other vehicles.

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The ancient predators slowly sidle up to the boat, then leap out of the water to grab their prey.

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Slide into a leather booth or sidle up to a lunch counter to enjoy an unpretentious meal while you can, because the classic diner may not be around for much longer.

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Consumer spending will no more than sidle ahead, and fixed investment will continue to decline.

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