This has been conducted against the backdrop of substantial cuts in defense expenditure across the alliance, during a period of more troubled relations with Russia, and in the context of lessons that must be learned from operations in Libya.
Most other subjects for instance, geology, or linguistics, or algebra are not subject to disagreements at all like this; their disputes are far fewer in number and take place against a backdrop of substantial agreement in basic theory; and they tend to be more tentative and more easily resolved.
Against this backdrop, strong billings and credit quality gives us the flexibility to continue with substantial investments in marketing and infrastructure to build revenues and operate more efficiently in a marketplace being transformed by digital technologies..
These arrangements would be implemented only against a backdrop of very substantial relaxation of the restrictions on imports and exports to and from Gaza.
Let us share three cases where we could offer substantial cost efficiencies, but against the backdrop of the worst recession in almost a century, in all three cases, the client balked at implementing solutions.
At least Marguerite, another misfire that closed early, had a substantial pedigree of talent - although its Third Reich backdrop further suggests that the musical theatre might want to quit for a while when it comes to Nazis.
I may just be overly sensitive to this, but it feels like the image is less substantial, and you can see through it to the backdrop more easily.
Here's a salad that walks the line between substantial and light, with crunchy red leaf lettuce serving as the backdrop for the richness of blue cheese and freshness of pears.
Building custom sets, particularly special effects sets with moving stages, changing backdrops, and realistic (if necessary) elements may require a substantial investment of time, labor and money.
Against this backdrop, Boston has concluded that it needs a major revamping, including substantial layoffs.
A substantial body of evidence suggests that unconscious processing of unattended stimuli provides a rich backdrop to conscious experience.
