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The DIAL test also gave the EPA support for its determination that Tonawanda Coke should be classified as a "major" source of benzene, which toughens its pollution control requirements.

The Center for Public Integrity: Where regulators failed, citizens took action -- testing their own air The Center for Public Integrity 2011

You'll get a far superior tune out of the stalks of the grass family if you bake them on an extremely low heat for a while - toughens the exterior ready for the slice.

Make A Willow Whistle | Lifehacker Australia 2009

Those findings grabbed attention of policymakers and the media: a bill called the "Paycheck Fairness Act," which toughens employers ` legal responsibility to eliminate gender discrimination, is about to be introduced in the U.S. Senate.

US Gender Pay Gap Still Exists 2010

The new law, enacted in July, toughens government oversight of Wall Street and banks, provides stronger protections for consumers and gives the Fed and other regulators new powers to restrain risky financial practices.

Bernanke, Regulators Testify On Financial Reform Implementation AP 2010

And now that Obama toughens up and sanctions NK that's suddenly being 'too soft?'

McCain: Obama has done well, but hasn't been bipartisan 2009

Those findings grabbed attention of policymakers and the media: a bill called the "Paycheck Fairness Act," which toughens employers ` legal responsibility to eliminate gender discrimination, is about to be introduced in the U.S. Senate.

US Gender Pay Gap Still Exists 2010

The focus on pay comes as the U.K.'s financial regulator, the Financial Services Authority, toughens its stance on bank bonuses.

RBS Pay May Irk Regulator Jessica Hodgson 2012

President Barack Obama is warning the United States may have to redeploy American forces in Asia unless China toughens its stance on North Korea.

US Warns China on North Korea Policy 2011

The new measure also toughens restrictions on hiring illegal immigrants for day labor and knowingly transporting them.

Civil Rights Advocates Vow To Challenge Arizona Immigration Law 2010

Preparing for war toughens you and strengthens the qualities necessary for victory: prudent judgment for the most part, but a willingness to take risks when necessary; alertness to changing conditions; bravery under fire; courage when challenged; devotion to the common good; and total commitment to the mission.

Winner Takes All 2010