Sentence examples for breakthrough saying from inspiring English sources

Mr. Bush announced the breakthrough saying, "This treaty will liquidate the legacy of the cold war".

But he played down hopes of an early breakthrough, saying that the talks would focus on the long term.

American officials portrayed the statement as something of a breakthrough, saying it was the first time the Chinese had acknowledged that the plant was a problem.

Russian experts have played down chances for a breakthrough, saying domestic politics in Iran and the United States make it difficult for either to compromise.

He held out little hope for a breakthrough, saying the talks would not be the "be-all and end-all meeting".

Though the charge is only a misdemeanor, victims' advocates immediately hailed the indictment as a breakthrough, saying that until now American bishops have avoided prosecution despite documents showing that in some cases they were aware of abuse.

"This is a real breakthrough," said Feunteun.

"This is a massive breakthrough," said Sam Barratt, Avaaz campaign director.

A breakthrough, say, in pain control would change that.

"This to us represents a real breakthrough," said Heather Noonan, vice president for advocacy at the League of American Orchestras.

"This is a real serious breakthrough," said Sriram Panchu, a lawyer specializing in constitutional law.