Sentences with phrase «sheer magnitude»

Measuring approximately 1,200 feet long and weighing 223,000 tons, the size and and sheer magnitude of the ship is almost mind boggling.

This is because the 9/11 memorial relies not on symbolism but on sheer magnitude for its effect — the size of the footprints, the volume of water pouring into them, and the number of names on the panels — as if magnitude alone could endow it with sublimity.

For the spectacle and sheer magnitude of its natural beauty, Zion may be one of the most awe - inspiring wilderness preserves on the planet.

So when you're pondering promotions, select not just by the sheer magnitude of a candidate's raw ability, but also look at how they channel that ability.

Based on research by Dr. Robert Cialdini, a leading social psychologist, it turns out that because of the sheer magnitude of information you have to take in every day, your brain has developed 6 shortcuts to help you make decisions.

«That's hardly the type of justice the American people deserve given the sheer magnitude of misconduct at issue, and I accordingly dissent in part.»

To put the sheer magnitude of those losses in perspective, that's more money than Amazon (amzn), famously unprofitable for the better part of its existence, ever lost in a single year.

But beyond the sheer magnitude of possible purchases, the Web also connects us to products and information in more subtle ways.

This has been a remarkable outcome, given the sheer magnitude of the shock to the terms of trade (and hence, incomes), and also relative to the higher inflation outcomes of previous terms of trade booms in Australia.

Some times these funds can not be accessed from banks because of the sheer magnitude of the amount required.

Nor can anything less than the sea convey the sheer magnitude of the blessing: «Deep calls to deep at the thunder of your cataracts; all your waves and your billows have gone over me.»

It's been seven decades now, but the sheer magnitude of the tragedy still resonates powerfully for Jews both in Israel and across the globe.

The sheer magnitude of such a high profile conversion must have rocked the holy city.

Not knowing what to expect when I arrived at pre-show to view this innovation center — but having a preconceived notion that it would be something along the lines of a traveling van, food truck or something of the sort — I was impressed by the sheer magnitude and technology available on the inside.

To take a long look at the varied trees of a forest or the sheer magnitude of a mountain can help you to see just how beautiful the world can be.

«The sheer magnitude of numbers in de Jonge et al. — over half a million midwife - attended low - risk births, either at home or in the hospital — combined with a true comparison group (low - risk, women who chose hospital birth but could have chosen a home birth; both home and hospital groups, attended by the same group of midwives) makes this a valuable study (Freeze, 2010, p 8).»

Upon every visit to her apartment, I can't help but marvel at the sheer magnitude of foliage, the robust ferns and trailing vines that transform the cozy space into a soothing oasis of green.

It's not the sheer magnitude of things that need to be done.

The UK should, also, be a prime candidate for inward investment in the renewable sphere, given the sheer magnitude of its renewable targets.

The sheer magnitude of continued «unspecified» spending cuts forced by the two percent spending cap — $ 1.7 billion in fiscal year 2017, $ 3.3 billion in 2018, and $ 4.8 billion in 2019 — will inevitably starve our schools and public universities and prevent our state from making the investments needed to expand opportunities for those struggling to lift themselves out of poverty.

The sheer magnitude of continued spending cuts forced by the two percent spending cap — $ 1.7 billion in FY2017, $ 3.3 in FY2018, and $ 4.8 in FY2019 — although particular program areas are unspecified today, will inevitably starve our schools and public universities and prevent our state from making the investments needed to expand opportunities for those struggling to lift themselves out of poverty.

Scaling the 354 stairs to the crown with her family or on class trips, she was always thrilled by the sheer magnitude of the monument.

The sheer magnitude of his scientific accomplishments ranging across almost every field of theoretical physics almost defies belief; he was probably the last «universalist», a man who could solve virtually any physics problem that came his way.

Then there is the sheer magnitude of the proposed project.

Katrina differs from other storms not only for its sheer magnitude but also for the stymied rebuilding efforts following it.

Katrina differs from other storms not only for the sheer magnitude of havoc it left but also for the stymied rebuilding efforts following it.

A look at the medical statistics of past pandemics underlines the sheer magnitude of the threat that a new strain of flu can pose.

«The sheer magnitude of the differences was totally shocking to us,» Perna remarks.

Sometimes just the sheer magnitude of the decision puts you off from doing anything at all.

If you ever find yourself in a situation that you can't escape, such as an overly long meeting or a dreary double date, simply begin continually referring to your partner (or anyone nearby) as «snookums», and lo: witness the room miraculously begin to empty, as people are physically driven from the vicinity by the sheer magnitude of cringe that emanates from the verbal stink bomb that is «snookums».

The sheer magnitude of the film allows viewers to be treated not as audience - members, but as believers.

Dark Souls III sets a harrowing tone for From Software's latest RPG, showing the sheer magnitude of some of the enemies you'll...

She anchors a strong movie, blowing us away with the sheer magnitude of her acting abilities.

However, this also makes a couple of major events in the film move a bit too quickly while also oversimplifying certain aspects of the plot in terms of the sheer magnitude of its implications.

The sheer magnitude of impact underscores the need for a reliable and accurate system for evaluating principals.

«The hard part is just the sheer magnitude of the things to go through rather than any major philosophical differences between the House and the Senate.»

«The sheer magnitude of the teaching task is immense.»

The sheer magnitude of the public education system poses a challenge for the philanthropic community, particularly if the desired goal is large - scale change.

Once pilots summoned the bravado to push past lift - throttle - induced terror, bigger - engined exotics could be vanquished by the sheer magnitude of the 911's ferociously blown flat - six.

And when you consider the sheer magnitude and marketing power of Amazon and Kindle, there's never been a better time to start.

I've noticed a lot of indie authors — some of my clients included — have been overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude

It is not, however, the sheer magnitude of their debt that is at issue, but rather the types of debt they are incurring.

Experience the sheer magnitude and diversity of the Great Barrier Reef with your choice of 3 full day trips.

For those who are just simply struck by the sheer magnitude and force of these storms and want to see them at their strongest without feeling them at their strongest, there are safe places to watch that offer the view of the storm without having to experience the rest of it.

In 1912, Titanic was the most innovative and awe - inspiring object ever created and this site offers a fantastic opportunity to step back in time and understand the sheer magnitude of the iconic vessel.

Game drives, guided walks and VIP safari lodges make the world - famous Serengeti a spectacular stage, second - to - none for the sheer magnitude of «Big Five» animals.

To get a complete grasp of the sheer magnitude of the Blue Mountains, you need to take to the air!

Soar over rainforest covered mountain ranges, roaring waterfalls, palm tree lined coastal beaches, out over the Great Barrier Reef to be blown away of the sheer magnitude of this unique marine environment.