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relegate 〜 to the back barner 後回しにする、二の次にする

In the 1980s the concept of “truth and reconciliation” began to be the rage, and justice was relegated to the back burner.

on the back burner 後回し、棚上げ、保留にして

free-trade accord 自由貿易協定

Mr Nakagawa delivered a letter from Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi expressing hope for early conclusion of a free trade accord. He said the trade accord will rapidly strengthen economic ties between Japan and Chile.

contributing factor 要因

job-placement company
job-placement assistance 再就職支援
job-placement ads 求人広告

fast-track 出世コース

Percentage of those who passed the 2005 exam to become "fast-track" government officials who were women

Don't consider age a demerit. I like the me of today more than the me of my 20s and 30s. The pattern on a snake's skin becomes more beautiful with the passing of time.

the principle of the survival of the fittest 適者生存の原理

male-dominated industry 男性中心社会

Women's sensibilities 女性の感受性

Especially in developed nations, things are changing fast. The economy used to revolve around making and selling goods, but nowadays, new businesses that provide services or other intagibles can also attract money. Women have excellent skills at accommodating customers' needs, I think. Women's sensibilities can be harnessed to make a profit.