But he nurtured a reputation as a watchdog against fiscal incompetence and corruption, and his many supporters credited him with forcing Utica to confront its difficult situation.
On the national stage, P.G. & E. has developed and nurtured a reputation for taking a progressive approach to issues involving climate change and reduction of heat-trapping gases.
After all, this is a man who has started public feuds with both Alex Turner and Johnny Borrell in the past and has nurtured a reputation for being a bit of a cocky so-and-so.
He has carefully nurtured a reputation for responsible financial management, the antidote to the bling-loving Mr Sarkozy.Both Mr Fillon and Ms Alliot-Marie are now trying to shrug off the affair of the paid holidays.
In an old Jack Benny skit a thief puts a gun to Benny's head and shouts, "your money or your life!" Benny, rather than turning over his wallet (he nurtured a reputation as a notorious skinflint) crosses his arms, furrows his brow, taps his lips, and stares into space.
New York should develop and nurture a national reputation as a city that uses information technology well, both for internal efficiency and to expedite services to businesses.
They met in 1996 during their freshman year at the University of Pennsylvania, where Mr. Goldman, who had long hair and strong opinions, nurtured a boisterous reputation.
He has nurtured a harsh reputation throughout his career, insisting that the public accept his style and values and succeeding on his own terms much more often than failing.
They were nurturing a viper.
