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It is also the default for this system.  It is the same as adding the<strong> AND</strong> keyword; while this is not necessary, both methods are supported.<br> <strong>EXAMPLE:</strong>  Russia AND oil  <font color="#3300ff">is the same as</font>  Russia oil</font> </font> </p> <p><font color="#3300ff" size="2">PHRASE SEARCHES:<br> </font>Phrase searches are indicated by placing <strong>quotes</strong> around the phrase.  This type of search is useful for searching on article title or a phrase used in the story.<br> <strong>EXAMPLE:</strong>  "Axis of evil"</p> <p><font color="#3300ff">ANY KEYWORD SEARCH<br> </font>Any of the keywords submitted can be returned in the results.  Add the keyword <strong>OR </strong>between desired search terms.<br> <strong>EXAMPLE:</strong> Russia OR France OR Security Council</p> <p><font color="#3300ff">PROXIMITY KEYWORD SEARCH<br> </font>The terms searched on must be near each other in the documents returned in the search.  Add the 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