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  1. 16-Aug-2007, 11:25 #1
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    Smile Thrust

    Could you please substitute the word "thrust" with some other word or phrase. I can't get the meaning:

    I am not in the least interested in the sex lives of pop stars or movie actors, which seems to be the thrust (no pun intended) of much of the local news. ...
  2. 16-Aug-2007, 14:56 #2
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    Default Re: Thrust

    The thrust = the main focus, drive
  3. 16-Aug-2007, 15:45 #3
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    Smile Re: Thrust

    Thank you! You were most helpful.
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