Sentences with phrase «big a commitment as»

It's not as big a commitment as — say — increasing wages in a noticeable way.

Cosigning can be a noble act, but it's a big commitment as well.

Fostering is an integral part of the rescue process and a big commitment as well.

Staffies are a big commitment as they have a long lifespan, but they are relatively inexpensive to own.

It needs to be as big a commitment as representing your clients on cases or to handling whatever other facets of your business.

Buying a home is a big commitment as it involves a lot of expense.

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Pelosi's commitment to stay on board provides a big relief for Republican operatives who were privately fretting that she would bow out of leadership to make way for a new generation, as Business Insider reported in March.

As her business grew rapidly so had her overhead, and now she was stuck in a larger location, with more employees and bigger long term commitments.

As much as you might want to ask for a large amount upfront, the research suggests that you should start small and establish a commitment precedent for continually bigger amountAs much as you might want to ask for a large amount upfront, the research suggests that you should start small and establish a commitment precedent for continually bigger amountas you might want to ask for a large amount upfront, the research suggests that you should start small and establish a commitment precedent for continually bigger amounts.

«The biggest loser in all this was their commitment to fiscal discipline, which went away as fast as you can blink.»

Similarly, if a company provides a standalone diversity page (such as Ford Motor), diversity commitment (like Nike), or equal opportunity employer statement on its website (e.g. Big Lots), we included the link to where it can be found.

EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt did not confirm whether the United States would remain in the global climate change pact, under which nearly all countries agreed in 2015 to halt or curb their greenhouse gas emissions, even as the world's biggest emitter China reaffirmed its commitment to the agreement.

As we grew, we made more, similar commitments to a bigger group of investors.

As I explored in my opening keynote talk at Content Marketing World — and in this follow - up blog post — one of the biggest differences we see between marketers who are top performers and those who aren't is level of commitment: 91 % of top performers are extremely or very committed to content marketing, compared to 63 % of the overall sample and 35 % of the bottom performers (those who characterized their overall content marketing approach as minimally or not at all successfulAs I explored in my opening keynote talk at Content Marketing World — and in this follow - up blog post — one of the biggest differences we see between marketers who are top performers and those who aren't is level of commitment: 91 % of top performers are extremely or very committed to content marketing, compared to 63 % of the overall sample and 35 % of the bottom performers (those who characterized their overall content marketing approach as minimally or not at all successfulas minimally or not at all successful).

Since Canadians see our commitment to our target as credible, that makes it much easier for us to reach our mandated goal without needing big swings in output or interest rates.

The company operating at Big Bar was mining for gravel, a non-renewable commodity that over the next decade, as British Columbia advances towards ambitious commitments to complete Olympic infrastructure, the Gateway Project and the Canada (RAV) Line, will become dramatically more valuable and contentious.

The hope one might have once placed in comparative advantage global capitalism and the internet / cell - phone wiring of all, began to look increasingly hollow, as Walmarts filled with cheap Chinese goods, real jobs went missing, real skills became rare, and the internet became known not so much for an Army of Davids shoring up our common commitment to liberty, but for mobbish comment swarms, porn, The Social Network, diversion all - the - more addictive for being personally tailored (see: the fictional fat - slobs of Wall - E, or the perpetually downward phone - gaze of our «dumb» millennials), and unprecedented possibilities for spying, defamation, and demagogic manipulation for those with access to big data.

Small in number, they were big in commitment... they brought an end to such ancient evils as infanticide and gladiatorial contest...

«As a result, the spot prices for New Zealand dairy products — upon which the index is based — have surged, as buyers big against each other to meet commitments.&raquAs a result, the spot prices for New Zealand dairy products — upon which the index is based — have surged, as buyers big against each other to meet commitments.&raquas buyers big against each other to meet commitments.»

The world's biggest dairy exporter, New Zealand's Fonterra, said its Australian arm is a business in turnaround at its interim result last week as chief executive Theo Spierings reaffirmed Fonterra's commitment to Australia after years of poor performances.

And when we stand together, as one humanity, each of us in our little place, but one in our consciousness, one in our solidarity, one in our common commitment to Seed Freedom, and Food Freedom, we are a bigger power than the most brutal corporations, and their dictatorships.

Since opening its Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport location, Matt's Big Breakfast has earned national recognition as the top 2017 «Best Chef - Driven, Local or Regional Restaurant» from Airport Revenue News for its commitment to from - scratch cooking and homestyle hospitality.

In the first meeting we had, I spoke to the manager, Arsene Wenger, and obviously it was a big difference because I am as hungry as ever and have the same motivation and commitment to win trophies as I had 10 or 15 years ago and as a kid.

Michigan picked up another big commitment this week as four - star center Colin Castleton announced for the Maize and Blue: Committed ✅...

Maybe you are right but of the rumoured 150M we still have payment commitments from previous transfers that have not been completed, then wages which will be a big issue since a 40 - 60M player will probably be on 180 - 200k, also we will most likely be getting a reject like James Rodriguez or Turan since we are out of the champions league and if they are on the same level as ozil then we might as well not bother with them, then add onto the fact it may not be easy to get rid of our unwanted players like Walcott for example who will pay his 140k ontop of a 20M transfer fee?

When big men help, he is just as liable to pull up from 18 feet as he is to surge to the rim, forcing a commitment from the defense every step of the way.

The big danger is that Jose Mourinho may block any move away from Stamford Bridge, as the Portugese bus conductor could force Cech to play out the last year of his contract on the bench, but I honestly believe that due to his family commitments Cech is much more likely to stay in London than move abroad.

We can use him from the bench in league games now as we will no doubt be concentrating on the Europa Cup.This should at least give him an opportunity to taste the bigger games.If the club gave him a bigger contract with the promise of more game times next season you would hope this would show the Clubs commitment to him.

Michigan picked up a big commitment on Friday as four - star TE Mustapha Muhammad decided to «Go Blue.»

Ohio State picked up a big commitment on Tuesday as five - star forward Alonzo Gaffney out of Cleveland picked the home - state Buckeyes:...

While the release clause will merely act as a safeguard and shouldn't be too much of a concern, the biggest blow to Guardiola's hopes of signing him will surely come if he decides to sign a new contract to show his commitment to Barcelona.

His commitment to the club and leadership qualities saw him promoted to club captain after Vermaelen's departure to Barcelona, and with the Spainard struggling with injuries over the last few years of his career, he has played a bigger role off the pitch in coaching than he has on the pitch as captain.

With players now adjusted to the demands of heavy schedules, especially for the bigger teams, the next few months will show us which teams can cope with the high pressure league encounters as well as commitments in other competitions.

The battle royal for one of the UK's oldest and biggest engineering firms took another significant twist on Tuesday as the government prompted would - be-acquirer Melrose to offer a number of legally binding commitments if its # 8bn takeover of GKN is successful.

One of the biggest dairy - related stories to break this month was the announcement that as part of their commitment to increase the availability of healthy, American - made food products in schools, the USDA is expanding its pilot program for Greek - style yogurt for the National School Lunch Program in SY 2014 - 15.

After a few months of blogging I decided it was time to do something big, something bold, and something that would get as many other people as we can to not only read about eating real foods, but to also make a commitment to this important change.

As such, Big Dating precipitates the rising ambivalence toward commitment, as most millennials put off marriage indefinitelAs such, Big Dating precipitates the rising ambivalence toward commitment, as most millennials put off marriage indefinitelas most millennials put off marriage indefinitely.

, «Clear on Calories,» Big Soda seems to think that placing calorie numbers on the front of beverage containers and vending machines equals good nutrition and «has painted the voluntary commitment as an answer to First Lady Michelle Obama's call to eradicate childhood obesity.»

A careful evaluation of the two front - runners in the upcoming elections shows that the incumbent President John Dramani Mahama has fully demonstrated commitment as a unifying force compared to Nana Akufo Addo, his closest rival from the biggest opposition party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Not so much to defray the cost of One World Trade Center and its other rebuilding commitments (only $ 3.8 billion [59 %] going to the WTC — Silverstein Properties) but to show taxpaying patriots how patriotism is articulated in the Big Apple; as Goldman Sachs got: $ 1.7 billion for its «downtown» tower; the Durst family: $ 650 million for the Bank of America building — in Midtown.

The original commitment was that the commission would be established before the end of 2010, but the Minister now expects us to accept as a big deal the information that he will make an announcement before the end of this year...

In 2011 I stood as the Welsh Conservative candidate in Swansea East and I was very proud of our manifesto commitment to encourage «everyone who wishes to leave their community a better place than when they found it, by sponsoring volunteering and a Welsh Big Society».

These included commitments that a Labour government would break up the big banks, take all of the carbon out of electricity by 2030, and ensure there were as many school - leavers going on to do apprenticeships as were currently going to university.

On the heels of the debate over how to categorize the biggest state land acquisition in a generation, the Adirondack Council pooh - poohed state government over what they perceived as a lack of commitment to expanding Wilderness, protecting forests and wildlife, addressing threats from off - road vehicles and strengthening state agencies.

Rather, they begin by estimating the dollars needed to continue existing programs and meet existing commitments, including new expenditures driven by employees» contractual wage increases and inflation in big programs, such as health care.

The Liberal Democrats see the commitment to the pupil premium as one of their big wins, but if it is not funded properly it could be damaging for the coalition.

Their commitment to wilderness is as fervent as any I have come across, but it pays tribute to the historical presence of human beings, from the original residents, whom the pioneers called Sheep Eaters, to the gold miners of the late 19th century, to the ranchers who strung telephone wire along the creeks in the 20th century, to big - game hunters who used Taylor Ranch as a base before the university acquired it and turned it into a biological field station.

All of us have at one time or another felt trapped by such a commitment, longing for a happier, though uncertain, state of existence but fearing the short - term pain required to reach it.Commitment is a big issue not only for us as individuals, but for us as a culture as well.

Drop Earrings Drop earrings in many different colors make a statement such as bold necklaces do, but without the commitment of having to wear a big piece.

As might be expected, it's women in the UK who especially favour marriage vows: one third of them (34 %) are looking forward to their Big Day, compared to just one Bianca Mercer, PARSHIP's Country Manager UK and Ireland, commented: «Whilst these survey figures may suggest a large proportion — over half — of UK single people are looking for a long - term relationship it's difficult to interpret exactly what proportion see marriage as the ideal form of commitmenAs might be expected, it's women in the UK who especially favour marriage vows: one third of them (34 %) are looking forward to their Big Day, compared to just one Bianca Mercer, PARSHIP's Country Manager UK and Ireland, commented: «Whilst these survey figures may suggest a large proportion — over half — of UK single people are looking for a long - term relationship it's difficult to interpret exactly what proportion see marriage as the ideal form of commitmenas the ideal form of commitment.