Sentences with phrase «than a heel for»

On Friday, this game was nothing more than a heel for NFL writers.

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Another, settled in 1998, alleged that men in the asset - management division mockingly awarded the «pink pump» — a woman's high - heeled shoe — to colleagues who went home to a wife or girlfriend rather than out for beers with the guys.

Venice has become a beautiful cautionary tale, a city that is more theme park than home, as local grocery stores and butchers are pushed out for yet more hotels and boutiques aimed at well - heeled tourists.

Some may scoff, but to the well - heeled traveller with the right connections, membership to a club like the Soho provides a port - of - call in most major cities — a plush haven where one can entertain a client away from the prying eyes of the hoi polloi or, in some cases, crash for a few days on nothing more than your own recognizance.

No doubt there is a clear bull case for why buybacks could prove the savior, rather than the Achilles» heel of U.S. equity markets this year.

It probably took no more than an instant for Cervantes to have the simple, fruitful idea that produced Don Quixote: take a middle - aged, down - at - the - heels landowner, fill his brain with the entire tradition of chivalric romance, and then have him ride forth into the world as a knight errant.

But why is «bringing the athletics department to heel» so much more important than establishing quality - control measures for the academic departments in order to prevent Notre Dame from becoming a post-Christian university?

The deal comes hot on the heels of Canada's Ontario Teachers» Pension Plan Board and United States - based Renewable Resources Group purchase of Macquarie Group's owned and operated almond properties, also in the Sunraysia district of north - west Victoria, for more than $ 115 million earlier this month.

Even with Real Madrid hot on his heels for his signature, this Manchester United star has made it clear that he'd rather play in the Premier League than make a move south to La Liga.

The Tour Grind sole (right) is a traditional C - grind with heel and toe relief for added versatility, while the ATV Grind (narrower sole than the original ATV) maintains more bounce on open - faced shots.

We all know that when Walcott is fit and playing regularly he can be devastating to our opponents, but his never - ending Achilles Heel is the fact that he rarely completes more than half a season for Arsenal, as his nine - year average of 20 games and 10 subs appearances testify.

The Tar Heels won the NCAA tournament in March, and this scandal's been unfolding for longer than many others have started and finished.

(Think about that for a moment: that means it ranks worse than New Mexico State, Memphis, Tulane, etc.) They are, surprisingly, only barely the worst BCS defense — No. 116 Washington State, No. 113 Colorado and No. 107 Minnesota are hot on their heels.

Right now 62 % of spread bets are taking the Tar Heels, and it looks like public tickets were the reason for the line move rather than sharp money.

Having to wait for limited chances behind the well oiled goal machine that was Ruud van Nistelrooy at that time, it made far more sense to move Forlan on than keep him kicking his heels on the sidelines.

After a long day of chasing our kids, what could be worse than having to force your feet into an uncomfortable pair of heels to go for dinner?

It's also important for to me to put on the heels and the shirt that doesn't have food on it and hell, maybe even eyeliner, and remember that I'm more than just someone's mom.

When I packed for the weekend, rather than adding a pair of heels or rewearing my snow boots when we were out on the town, I packed something a little more fashion - forward: the Reebok Fast Flexweave sneakers.

If the gift is more usable (and less embarrassing) than baby heels or a bum fan, you can re-gift them to another mama at her baby shower to save a few dollars that you'll likely need for your own babies.

If you do decide to wear heels, it's best to opt for lower options — ideally no more than 1 inch tall.

This comes on the heels of yesterday's bombshell civil suit filed by Cuomo against Espada in which the AG accused the Democratic majority leader of treating Soundview like his «personal piggybank,» looting the nonprofit of more than $ 14 million worth of charitable funds to pay for everything from lavish trips for himself and his family to $ 20,000 worth of sushi — some of which was delivered to his Mamaroneck home.

The WSJ notes that this year's budget deal was harder to come by than usual because legislative factions on the right and left dug in their heels, revealing a «growing polarization» in Albany that «poses a hurdle for a governor who has long positioned himself as a moderate mediator who prizes governmental order such as on - time budgets.»

The protesting organizations dispute those accomplishments, arguing that the Governor dragged his heels on spending for supportive housing to help the previously homeless with additional social service, and moreover the money will only create six thousand units, less than a third of the total need.

Eight of the top 10 New York state school retirees with annual payouts of more than $ 205,000 are ex-superintendents from well - heeled school districts in Nassau and Suffolk counties, according to an analysis by the Empire Center for New York State Policy.

According to a report released on the heels of the Comptroller's visit to Rockland, Empire State Development (ESD), New York State's chief economic development agency, failed to meet more than half of the reporting requirements for tax credit and job creation programs, diminishing transparency and accountability.

For Espaillat, the nod from Reynoso comes on the heels of several endorsements, including that of Bronx State Assemblyman Luis Sepúlveda, and the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators, which represents more than 15,000 principals, assistant principals and supervisors.

Not only that but they offer a low heel to toe drop and moderate arch support for added comfort while running, even on less than ideal surfaces.

The disease has since spread to more than 30 states in the U.S., making many commercially produced basil crops unsuitable for the fresh market; some long - time basil growers in Florida even stopped basil production in 2013 on the heels of disastrous crop losses attributed to downy mildew.

«If you're going to go with something with more of a higher heel... that is greater than two and a half inches, look for something more like a platform,» says Howard Osterman, DPM, a foot and ankle specialist based in Washington, D.C.

For an optimal squat, keep feet just wider than your hips, chest up, shoulders down and weight through the heels.

«Women tend to have narrower heels and broader forefeet than men,» Dr. Otis notes — and some shoe designers don't compensate for that.

«In general terms, boots with low heels (less than 1 or 2 inches), a rounded toe box, and a soft leather upper that properly fit are best for minimizing risk of foot pain or injury,» he says.

Tips: For a more gradual release, bring your hands to your lower back rather than heels, and arch back gently, focusing mostly on lifting your chest up with your breath.

My skin (forever cursed with breakouts and enormous pores) was improving; my cravings for sweets and carbs completely disappeared; I was sleeping better, and my digestion (my personal Achilles» heel) was stronger than it had been in years.

That'll likely be closer than your holding onto your heels, making sustaining the posture less intense, if that's what's better for your body today.

Look for shoes that have a normal - sized heel width, such as tennis shoes, rather than the wide or waffle heel of running shoes.

If you aren't that flexible yet than just pull the heel back until you reach the point of mild tension and hold for (you guessed it 30 seconds without straining).

You're implying that running in «regular» shoes, the ones with large heel padding, is easier on the body than minimalist shoes and that they're needed for easy runs.

In fact, according to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) in 2006, an increase in usage of flip - flop sandals by teens and young adults has led to an increase in heel pain.3 ACFAS spokesperson Marybeth Crane, DPM, has reported that practitioners are seeing more heel pain more than ever in patients 15 to 25 years old, noting that heel pain is a marker of plantar fasciitis which accounts for 15 % of all adult foot complaints.3 Furthermore, the ACFAS recommends that patients with heel pain should avoid flat shoes with paper - thin soles and should also avoid walking barefoot since wearing flat shoes (including flip - flops) and walking barefoot provides little cushioning as well as little to no arch support.3 This lack of arch support and cushioning of the heel while wearing flip - flops seems to exacerbate any abnormalities in the biomechanics of foot motion, and may perpetuate heel pain and inflammation.

Wear those Choos for meetings and parties, but for extensive walking, slip on comfortable shoes (heels no higher than 1 1/2 inches, or 2 inches for wedges).

I teamed the soft lilac colour with a baby pink bag and heels for a look that is way more girly than what I would normally go for.

Since I've been trying to remix more pieces in my wardrobe rather than buying too many new pieces, I paired my new skirt with a simple t - shirt I already own (you could easily swap it out for a cotton or silk button down for more formal work environments), my classic J.Crew blazer and my favorite pair of D'orsay heels.

It was brighter than my other shades, and I bought it for the sole purpose of matching my Machi Footwear heels.

For shoes the insole, heel height and width are the bare minimum — you will always get questions whether they're true to size, in which case refer buyers to the measurements rather than what's on the box or sole.

When travelling you'll want to opt for more flats than heels, sometimes I don't even bother with heels at all and just take an extra pair of more dressy flats.

Sorry, but I don't know if this style comes in a shorter heel; the three or so inch heel is a bit high for standing and walking more than an hour at may age (68), but it is a comfortable fitting shoe.

something a little dressier than your average flat bootie and the chunky / block heel makes it a comfy pick for an 8 to 5 workday.

There are seriously not than many great options for brides who want a sturdy heel while walking down the aisle.

Flared jeans and flats will make your legs look shorter than they are, so opt for heels with that style!

I find a small heel like this to be better for long days on your feet than complete flats..