Sentences with phrase «in modern settings where»

In contrast with fertility, the relationship between women's neuroticism and child quality seems to be less context - specific: Neuroticism in women predicts poorer child condition both in the studied population and in modern settings where high neuroticism has been associated with inadequate parenting practices and the creation of a stressful family environment (37).

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Go inside a fascinating and disturbing crime story, set in one of the most lawless places on earth: our oceans, where perpetrators traffic in an illegal product and front - line workers are modern - day slaves.

The dominant modern industries which set the tone for the world system are retained in the U.S., where the large investments required are safest and where the high cost of skilled labor is not a problem because of the limited proportion of labor required by these advanced industries.

Relying on memories of his friend Fly's work as a law - copyist in 1840, and of the office at 10 Wall Street where he visited his brother Allan after returning from sea in 1844, Melville sets his story in a modern, nineteenth - century office building.

They should concentrate on their present reality, where Spurs have a better, younger squad, all happily on long contracts, a better youth set - up with better youth players, better training facilities, soon a bigger, better, more modern, more fit to purpose and better designed with a view to atmosphere, stadium, a better, younger manager to be moving forward, a better chairman in a united boardroom, with greater stability running right through the club.

The 2.52 billion - year - old sulfur - oxidizing bacteria are described by Czaja as exceptionally large, spherical - shaped, smooth - walled microscopic structures much larger than most modern bacteria, but similar to some modern single - celled organisms that live in deepwater sulfur - rich ocean settings today, where even now there are almost no traces of oxygen.

One such success story is set in a Georgia elementary school, where the principal, Dr. Yvonne Sanders - Butler, recognized the need for dietary changes with her students suffering many modern illnesses — obesity, diabetes and hypertension.

Olive releases two films from late in Preminger's career, one an overheated melodrama set in 1946 Georgia where the antebellum past is still alive, if not at all well, the other (Such Good Friends) a modern social satire about friendship and betrayal in the wake of the sexual revolution.

Where Pleasantville entertainingly time - travelled back to the uptight 50s from a modern perspective, Haynes plays it as though his film is being released in the year it is set, 1957, aided by a marvellous bittersweet Elmer Bernstein score of the kind you don't hear any more.

It may be set in the present day, but Coogler examines a world where the traditional can be intertwined with modern and contemporary.

Computer - animated worlds sometimes act as a transitioning map, a location and day number occassionally remind us where we are (always in a different font), and fast - paced editing and zooms given this «Before the Turn of the Century» (though the century is not specified) piece a much modern look than its setting would merit.

In a war ravished modern state calling itself Rome, where the people and the military have taken to the streets, hero General Caius Martius (Ralph Fiennes) is set to become the leader of the republic.

Set in the modern - day, this live - action version centers on the social circles of a private New York high school where a supercilious young man named Kyle (Alex Pettyfer) is running for student body president.

It's a film, set in modern times, where when this creature roams off into the desert he finds this small town that happens to exist as if it's still the wild west.

It is a frightening unraveling of female passivity and innocence in a modern era set in a small Zambian community where colonial and western indoctrination creates confusion and uncertainty.

Screenwriter: Gary Young Set in modern day Britain, Harry Brown follows one man's journey through a chaotic world where teenage violence runs rampant.

The story takes place in a fictional 21st century modern setting where an unexplained phenomenon called the Hollow Night happens across certain parts of Japan.

A Quiet Place further brings to mind Spielberg's War of the Worlds; not only in the way that it taps into the fears of being a parent with children in a troubled political climate and modern world that often feels dystopian, but even down to its set pieces where freaky creatures hunt people hiding in basements and desperately trying to not draw their attention.

From the winner of the Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize, a brilliantly haunting and suspenseful debut set in modern - day Britain where water is running out everywhere except at The Well - the farm of one seemingly ordinary family whose mysterious good fortune leads to suspicion, chaos, and ultimately a shocking act of violence.

In the format of James Patterson's signature (extremely) short chapters, the story is set out over three time periods: modern day, where we follow James» progress in writing the book; the late 19th and early 20th century and the discovery of King Tut's tomb; and 14th century BC, contemporary with King Tut's lifIn the format of James Patterson's signature (extremely) short chapters, the story is set out over three time periods: modern day, where we follow James» progress in writing the book; the late 19th and early 20th century and the discovery of King Tut's tomb; and 14th century BC, contemporary with King Tut's lifin writing the book; the late 19th and early 20th century and the discovery of King Tut's tomb; and 14th century BC, contemporary with King Tut's life.

A modern - day retelling of the classic novel Rebecca, King's powerful latest is set on a beautiful estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains, where love, jealousy and ghosts combine.

He has written a couple of stand - alone novels but the rest of his books fall into four series - those starring ex-SEAL Tiller Galloway, the Dan Lenson novels set in the modern navy, the Hemlock County novels (his only landlocked series set in the area of Pennsylvania where he grew up), and his Civil War series.

The Modern Combat series is also known for its dramatic set pieces at key points in the story, including things like «on - rails» car chase sections where you have to shoot pursuing enemies.

But, modern dogs need to have an understanding of where to practice playful hunting activities in domesticated settings, just as most humans go to their local butcher or grocery store for their sustenance.

Skelton has set out to pursue a career in canine genetic research through the Army Veterinary Corps where she hopes to advance canine health and welfare by discovering breakthroughs in modern medicine.

Machu Picchu, the stone city, built by the Inca Pachakuteq, is now one of the Modern World's Seven Wonders, protected by the Young Mountain; the impressive Waynapicchu, situated among abrupt mountains and almost inaccessible places, presenting a set of buildings, such as the Main Square, groups of houses, stairways, towers, walls, water fountains, where ceremonial places stand out, such as the Intiwatana (Solar observatory), the Temple of the Three Windows, the Sacred Temple, etc., and all of this built with an incredible urban harmony, in such a hostile place, demonstrating the advanced development level of Incan engineering.

The cute - and - cozy vibe is set right in this home's entry, where a modern rustic bench and side table seem to be waiting for you to set down your hiking or ski gear.

The short scenic drive from the airport lingers on your mind.Chengdu's beautiful rivers, bridges, trees and flowers are a visual feast.History resonates in this city, where the ancient Southern Silk Road began.When you enter the opulent lobby of Shangri - La Hotel, Chengdu, warm greetings accompany you.The hotel has been showcasing the rich artistic culture of Chengdu since its opening by featuring nine famous contemporary artists from Sichuan.You will be ushered into a journey of China contemporary art.Up in your room, the setting is modern and the space generous.You appreciate why you picked the hotel with the largest rooms in the city centre.

During the day, the Viennese love nothing more than a quiet moment spent in one of the city's many coffee houses, where the rush of the modern era is set to one side as newspapers, conversation and delicious fresh - brewed coffee take centre stage.

Immerse yourself in modern luxury at Dolphinaris Park Riviera Maya, the only interactive dolphin park in the world where you'll get to know these fun - loving mammals throughout and enrichment half day experience in a dramatic setting with towering palapas, swaying palm trees and warm tropical style.

Staying in an area where you can still walk out of the resort onto an empty beach is really what people dream of and with the set up that the hotels in Pemuteran offer this is a reality that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.The rooms are usually of a very high standard in all of the hotels in Pemuteran with luxurious and yet traditional interiors as well as modern options.

This historic Inn offers 17 comfortable rooms and spacious suites in a setting where old world charm combines with modern comforts.

The mid-level holds the very spacious, fully - equipped and modern kitchen, where a few steps down lies the dining area in a very tropical setting.

This beautiful modern Turks and Caicos vacation rental is set on the canal banks in Leeward, where you can swim, kayak, snorkel and more in the warm turquoise water.

Set amid olive groves on a rise overlooking the Aegean Sea, Amanzoe is the perfect setting where both the ancient and modern sides of Greece culminate in an unforgettable experience.

The Derby Hotel Seville offers a charming atmosphere which blends perfectly with its unique setting, as well as modern, quality amenities to guarantee you an unforgettable stay in this fascinating Andalusian city, where everything is full of life, art and tradition.

We are reaffirming the strength of the modern - day setting by introducing the first raid set in a devastated New York City where players must battle a towering Eldritch horror in the ruins of Time Square.

The new game in the 11 year long series is simply titled Medal of Honor, and will be leaving the world war II theatre for the first time in it's history with a modern day setting of Afghanistan where we will be introduced to a small band of fictional characters.

Nightbanes is a digital collectible card game set in an alternate modern horror universe where vampire clans are waging an endless war for dominance.Conquer the underworld as an almighty vampire lord by sending your minions and allies into battle.

Suspecting that something important lies behind it, he learns that the Masyaf keys were hidden in Constantinople (modern - day Istanbul), where most of the game is set.

In response to a question about where Destiny fits into the modern shooter landscape and what sets it apart, Bungie's community manager Eric Osbourne told Kotaku:

The 9th Gate is a survival horror game set in modern times where you play as a spirit medium who must rescue the soul of a young girl that has been trapped by nether forces.

It's set in a nondescript modern America, where an income disparity between the classes have become unsustainable and the country has been plunged into havoc.

According to the trailer blurb, the game is «set in a nondescript modern America, where an income disparity between the classes have become unsustainable and the country has been plunged into havoc.

And granted, it's certainly easier to include some of these activities in a game set in an imitation of the modern world than in, say, an Assassin's Creed environment (where crude old board games take the place of rounds of golf).

Set within a sinister plantation mansion in modern day Dulvey, Louisiana where the twisted Baker family resides, players experience the terror directly from the first person perspective for the first time in the Resident Evil series.

The two companies have shared development duties — an increasingly common set - up in the modern industry, where projects can require teams of up to 200 people.

Developed by Modern Dream, LA Cops is a fast, action packed 3D shooter, set in the seedy underbelly of 1970's LA where you control a maverick bunch of cops.

There's an alternate chapter that takes place in a modern day setting with the characters literally reimagined as part of a sentai team, a whole alternate storyline where you play as Dorothy (who is surprisingly tough for a tiny, prancing girl), a stage where you can play as a group of regular enemies, and numerous alternate costumes of characters from other Konami games.

Before Modern Warfare, most first - person shooters were set either in the far future — where players battled aliens or demons — or the past.