The allegations are entirely without merit and will be defended vigorously.

But we hope our findings of an association will lead to further examination of this important issue. Perhaps it will help give smokers one more reason to quit, and encourage quitting smoking among those who are also trying to control their drinking.

This is a case without merit.

Our businesses should be hiring on accomplishments and merit, not race or gender.

Their strong ties to Kuwait surely merit the additional security of having them check in with Pre-Trial Services to ensure they stay in Arizona, pending trial.

we should note that there will never be merit raises.