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Hayek

[hah-yek]

noun

  1. Friedrich August von 1899–1992, British economist and political philosopher, born in Austria: shared Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences 1974 with Gunnar Myrdal.



Hayek

/ ˈhɑɪjək /

noun

  1. Friedrich August von. 1899–1992, British economist and political philosopher, born in Austria: noted for his advocacy of free-market ideas; shared the Nobel prize for economics 1974

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Instead, I got luscious set pieces as Hayek and her team explored the various ways women wield — and at times, give up — their power.

From Salon

But before Hayek and Mises, greed lacked a sophisticated theoretical foundation.

From Salon

Snoop Dogg, Salma Hayek and Halle Berry are among the celebrities who have served as torch bearers for this edition of the global sporting showcase.

Which is why many are now looking toward factory pigs and swine, said Matthew Hayek, assistant professor of Environmental Studies at New York University in the Department of Environmental Studies.

Hayek and Channing Tatum are also up for worst screen couple for Magic Mike's Last Dance.

From BBC

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