"This is for real," he said, in contrast to recent technical moves.

It is playing to 85 percent capacity, he said, in contrast to last season's 65 percent overall attendance figure.

He said his partners, in contrast, average $220,000 each.

The discussions today were mostly exploratory, diplomats said, in contrast to the public session of the council on Wednesday.

"I'm teaching them to be service-oriented," he says, in contrast to so many young people today.

"The money is there," he said, in sharp contrast to his comment on taking office a year ago that "we have more will than wallet."

It was a hot, dusty day 50 years ago, he said, in contrast to today's weather, which was mild and comfortable.

Less than a fifth come from families in the funeral business, he said, in contrast to half the students in the 1970's.

Moloki said sharply, in marked contrast to his more affable tone.

Jack said it bitterly, in contrast to Bagabond's flat recitation.