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1 And it would give a fillip to Greece, the next holder of the EU presidency.
2 Its Yellow Angel award can give a fillip to sales in a competitive domestic market.
3 We are not yet so overwhelmed with war but your being here again will give a fillip to our gossip.
4 Of course, the "Scandalous Disclosures" heading was premature-inserted ,indeed , to give a fillip to the sale of the paper.
5 They could result not only in countrywide violence but also give a fillip to communal politics, especially with general elections around the corner.
6 They are supposed to give a fillip to the prosperity of their town, and to nourish the pride and pocket of the citizens.
7 Higher energy prices essentially act as a tax on consumers and businesses, so the drop should give a fillip to spending power and demand.
8 But he had to make Him give a fillip to set the world in motion; beyond this, he has no further need of God.
9 And doubtless some break in the monotony gives a fillip of pleasure.
10 The situation gave a fillip to her imagination; it was piquant.
11 Nevertheless, something about it had given a fillip to his spirits.
12 High-end fragrances from Tiffany & Co TIF.N and Gucci also gave a fillip to sales.
13 And Father Marty gave a fillip with his fingers.
14 The decline in oil prices gave a fillip to most markets, allowing them to pare losses.
15 Its strong, sweet odors gave a fillip to his blood, and he pressed his horse to new speed.
16 It has also given a fillip to those seeking better legal structures to bring perpetrators to justice and deter others.
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