Sentences with phrase «as standing on»

But when we step back and examine our lives, we will find that nothing is as uncomfortable, dangerous, and hurtful as standing on the outside of our lives looking in and wondering what it would be like if we had the courage to step into the arena — whether it's a new relationship,

The strategy is to divide conservative candidates and moderate voters; framing conservatives as standing on the morally wrong side of the climate change issue; as they have been portrayed in the gay marriage and Civil Rights debates.9 The NextGen campaign applies a master narrative that is adapted to each state, emphasizing that climate change poses a serious threat to the economy, public health, and children, and that if a candidate doesn't believe in climate change, they can't be trusted.

Characteristics such as standing on its hind legs or looking up to admire the sky and the stars earned him this anthropomorphic status.

Drawing is always central to her process, as well as standing on its own.

Art in that context was perceived as standing on its own and possessing meaning in and of itself, requiring no reference to the artists who made it, other than singling them out for their achievement.

Railing against luxury brands — and especially Porsche — for their willingness to gouge relentlessly on options is about as useful as standing on the beach and abusing the tide for coming in and soaking your shoes.

But when we step back and examine our lives, we will find that nothing is as uncomfortable, dangerous, and hurtful as standing on the outside of our lives looking in and wondering what it would be like if we had the courage to step into the arena — whether it's a new relationship, an important meeting, the creative process, or a difficult family conversation.

If strength gains are stability - specific, then gains in strength in a very stable exercise set - up (such as sitting on a machine) might not transfer to strength displayed in less stable environments (such as standing on the ground), while gains in very unstable environments (such as balancing on a wobble board) might not transfer to those in more stable environments (Willardson, 2004).

By the way, once you can do this there is no need to go any further and start doing things such as standing on books etc because the ability to put your hands on the floor with your legs locked is all the flexibility you will need to have in this exercise to do the splits.

Put in the effort and balancing on your hands could become as easy as standing on your feet.

An arm turns horizontally from a central hub, and if a person lies on the arm with his head toward the pivot point, the outward - pushing force translates into a downward push from the head toward the feet that challenges the heart, muscles, and bones much as standing on Earth does.

As you stand on the stage, trying to engage with them about your product, you see some of them turn to talk to friends, yawn and text — one even leaves to grab a soda.

They came with nothing but each other and a lot of gratitude... Well that young man, who is not so young anymore, was joined by his life partner three days ago as they stood on the perch of the New York Stock Exchange, rang the bell and took their company public.

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«That as he stood on the shoulders of those who came before him, he stood side by side and shoulder to shoulder with those who were there with him,» he says.

I do not expect nor wish for their approval, however as they stand on the street corners of America and call me the most vile of names and attempt to marginalize me and my family at the ballot box, I will and have fought back.

How it all works out is with a blinding light and a flood of memory as he stands on the threshold in utter silence.

We can get at the ironic flaw in this volume as it stands on its own if we compare it with Reinhold Niebuhr's The Irony of American History, from which Marty borrows his theme.

For what a presence he was, that snow - white fisherman With the long golden beak and the black stick legs, Whether preening his wind - riffled feathers As he stood on his bright - orange water temple (That pi - shaped torii that floated like a spirit), Or flapping prehistorically across the pond To stalk and stab in the dark water Plucking with dagger bill a twitching minnow.

Transformations like the moment I realized I was capable of falling in love, as I stood on the Rialto Bridge in Venice, holding hands with a boy and overlooking the dark, moonlit water.

As he stood on his stool, pouring the ingredients into the bowl for these muffins, he exclaimed, «This is the best day ever!»

As we stand on the threshold of an exciting year ahead with great potential, it is important to thank all the volunteers who have contributed over the last year.

Don Wilson, Roberts's reliever, off whom Aaron had hit his 611th home run, said later that as he stood on the mound it crossed his mind just to keep on warming up indefinitely, shaking his head and saying, «No, not yet,» to the umpire until the night fell and the moon came up, and perhaps at 10:30 the next morning some sort of statute of limitations would run out the season and he would be able to pack up and go home, sore - armed but assuaged.

Which is kind of rude in any circumstances, let alone these, but it at least solves the mystery of exactly what Remi Garde is looking at as he stands on the touchline, eyes brimming with tears, his football team dissolving in front of him.

Those sitting nearest to Park as he stood on first base were particularly worked up, so he bowed slightly and gave them a wave of his hand in thanks.

Then, as I stood on the 9th tee, a big wind kicked up in my face, the temperature dropped 15 [degrees], and suddenly I had to tee the ball low and hood the face and move the ball back in my stance and play a shot, create something.

For Jurgen Klopp there was that familiar creep of dread as he stood on the touchline with his team dominating the possession but running down the same blind alleys, and the cold realisation setting in that inevitably, inexorably Jose Mourinho was doing his thing.

«This was a bustling place in the middle of the 19th Century, «said Gerald W. Adelmann, president of the Canal Corridor Association, as he stood on the banks at the confluence of Bubbly Creek and the South Branch.

I was weepy as I stood on the sidewalk in front of the school, my daughter looked equal parts nervous and excited, and my son was pure confidence — ready to take on the latest challenge.

«I want to play here because the field is bigger,» said Booker, 17, a junior, as he stood on overgrown grass at Columbus Park where a pitcher's mound should have been.

You don't have to bend when lifting this stroller as it stands on its own.

As they stand on their own, pouches can easily be placed inside a refrigerator for safe keeping.

He admitted that expecting Labour supporters to join the Lib Dems was «a big ask» but added: «As we stand on the edge of those two horrific realities: Brexit and a Tory stranglehold on Britain, the biggest risk is that you do not join us.

S. 276 crossing guard was struck by a passing cab as she stood on duty, the Department of Transportation has agreed to place a stop sign at an intersection that parents, police and elected officials have called dangerous.

«We're not even asking for higher wages,» added Sales Representative Dara McPhal as she stood on Broadway.

«For far too long, New Yorkers have seen jobs leave the state rather than be created right here,» Mr. Mohrer said as he stood on the ceremonial Million Dollar Staircase in the State Capitol.

> John Glen on CentreRight: «I wonder, if you polled a thousand 16 year olds - as they stand on the threshold of adult life, and asked them what they aspire to I doubt many would say - to get divorced, or to have a series of failed relationships or to be widowed or bring up children on their own.»

Believe it or not, a device exists that can help you to screen your guests as they stand on your front porch.

How to do it: As soon as you stand on top of the half - ball, you'll notice right away that your balance will be challenged.

One way to do it: Time yourself as you stand on one foot with your arms folded across your chest.

As you stand on the bench with your left leg, flex your right knee and hip, bringing your knee as high as you can.

However, as I stood on the side of the road watching this parade of fear - based talk, researchers telling us more research is needed, and advertisements of the latest brain health panacea, I felt, based on my reading of research studies that can be found in any average medical library where, much to my amazement and frustration, few besides me tend to go, something was missing.

These heels are so comfy, so I shouldn't have too much trouble standing in them all day as I stand on the red carpet.

As I stood on the stage next to the Emmy - like statues, all I could think about it, a girl can dream.

Greta Gerwig makes a seamless transition from actress to director with this poignant dramedy about a teenage girl (a flawless Saoirse Ronan), from the wrong side of the tracks, coming into her own as she stands on the brink of adulthood.

As we stand on the brink of war (s) and a gutted healthcare system, it's clear who's to blame for all of this: celebrities.

It took us nowhere of use and continues to create messes as we stand on the precipice.

Then watching your ship literally break apart as you stood on ice floes.

He had moved to Winston - Salem N.C., and as he stood on the corner of 4th St. and Broad, he knew he could go left and work at Sears or go right and work for the Chevrolet dealer.

LOS ANGELES, California — «Rolexes are indestructible,» says Hurley Haywood, one of America's most successful endurance racers, as he stands on the terrace during a private reception at a mansion deep in the Hollywood Hills.