But even that staggering estimate does not account for the observed learning differentials between public and private.
That staggering cost does not include the many other elements of the resort's "Grand Renovation," including the addition of a five-story nightclub and restaurant spin off of London's famous Hakkasan Cantonese eatery, a new restaurant by celebrity chef Michael Mina, major casino upgrades, a new comedy club, and much more.
Even that staggering figure doesn't fully reflect the toll.
"This staggering figure doesn't include losses from Ralphs stores, which will occur if the picketing is brought back there," he added.
That's staggering, and doesn't take into account the invaluable institutional knowledge or student-teacher relationships lost when experienced teachers depart the job early and overwhelmed rookies run for the exit.
This staggering figure does not even include the thousands more military personnel that will be on duty this week, sitting in silos, standing on watch floors, guarding gates, on the job, protecting and defending while we are home enjoying our families.
It's easy to forget that more than 500,000 women worldwide still die every year in childbirth, and even that staggering number doesn't begin to capture the many millions more who come close to death or who are left with disabling physical injuries.
Like HBO's previous miniseries milestone Band of Brothers before it, this epic drama of humbling triumph and staggering loss doesn't simply remind us of and educate us about the sacrifices and horrors endured by the men and women of this country and others during World War II.
In conclusion, lengthening meal times by staggering eating did not benefit hormonal, metabolic or appetite control in obese individuals.
But all these staggering figures didn't make the deal a fate accompli by any means.
