How can I disable last file re-open in Lion

After using Lion for several weeks, I find I am growing irritated over every program re-opening the last file(s) used. It is slowing down my workflow and wasting my time while I close then open the file/web page I need. Sometimes it opens to a file letting others see files/images/web pages I would rather they not see. Other times it loads from a backup location not intended as the work file. Is there any way to disable this annoying feature?

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