1.   But even as he discusses its virtues, Martinez freely acknowledges that the garish blue-and-chartreuse DMX in his hand is no thing of beauty.

2.   Clintons discusses the virtues of loyalty.

3.   Four people may be comparing notes about the heat wave, while two others discuss the virtues of Volkswagen buses.

4.   In fact, he was discussing the virtues of ESPN Zone.

5.   Late last year, Zeneca officials hosted both analyst and press meetings to discuss the virtues of the agrochemical division, Laing noted.

6.   Later, they discussed the virtues of Brillo pads vs. SOS.

7.   They ate salads, kebabs and yogurt, washed down with raki, the potent anise-flavored national drink, and discussed the virtues of the various competitors.