Sentences with phrase «spurred renewed efforts»

The deluge of disturbing allegations during the past few weeks has shaken the industry and spurred renewed efforts to combat the pernicious tradition of the casting couch that has been part of the fabric of Hollywood since the silent era.

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A reported # 10m deal was agreed on Saturday after Spurs made a renewed effort to sign the 28 - year - old.

While Spurs could renew their interest, Liverpool have stepped up their own efforts in trying to sign him.

Recognition and acceptance as a national tradition would take many more years spurred by the efforts of Manuel dos Reis Machado aka Mestre Bimba who emphasized the martial art aspect of capoeira and won it renewed popularity.

If it passes, he acknowledged, it likely will spur renewed debates over such fractious issues as mandating renewable energy projects or expanding energy conservation efforts.