In theory, it can make a substantial difference, recognizing republics that proclaim independence, dealing directly with those claiming sovereignty or autonomy, or sticking exclusively with Moscow.

Ben plays Zildjian cymbals and Vic Firth sticks exclusively.

This move may not be a sure win for them but it's better than a guaranteed death-by-a-thousand-cuts if they stick with Intel exclusively.

Sticking exclusively to works in graphite, the drawings here run several gamuts, from abstract to representational, full to empty, manic to serene, fine to emphatic.

There are two traditional classes of musicians: the Langas, who stuck mostly exclusively to Muslim audiences and styles, and the Manganiars, who had a more liberal approach.

Her gambling habits were quite simple-she stuck to card games exclusively.

The default one uses the DualShock 2's analog sticks exclusively; the left one being pressed for movements and the right one for attacks.

Ms. Bloom is one of the few saxophonists who stick exclusively to the soprano, and on it she has created a fine, whittled-down style.

American Jazz commenter Scott Yanow noted that the album "sticks exclusively" to the role Cole had established in 1950s popular opinion as a "superb ballad vocalist".

The band did not stick to Irish songs exclusively.