The Definition Of The Word Desperation Has a New Example Usage
desperation |ˌdespəˈrāSHən|
noun
a state of despair, typically one that results in rash or extreme behavior: "Romney was in complete desperation before the debate moderator told him to sit down"
ROMNEY: Just going to make a point. Any investments I have over the last eight years have been managed by a blind trust. And I understand they do include investments outside the United States, including in in Chinese companies.
Mr. President, have you looked at your pension? Have you looked at your pension?
OBAMA: Ive got to say
ROMNEY: Mr. President, have you looked at your pension?
OBAMA: You know, I I dont look at my pension. Its not as big as yours so it doesnt take as long.
ROMNEY: Well, let me give you some advice.
OBAMA: I dont check it that often.
ROMNEY: Let me give you some advice. Look at your pension. You also have investments in Chinese companies. You also have investments outside the United States. You also have investments through a Caymans trust.
(CROSSTALK)
CROWLEY: Were way off topic here, Governor Romney.
(CROSSTALK)
OBAMA: I thought we were talking about immigration.
(CROSSTALK)
OBAMA: I do want to make sure that
CROWLEY: If I could have you sit down, Governor Romney. Thank you.
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