111.   He said they took the threat seriously because of increased violence in the Middle East.

112.   He told police he later tried to take the threat back by sending the White House another e-mail apologizing for the original communication.

113.   Helms has blocked or delayed key treaties or other foreign relations matters in the past, and supporters were not taking his threats idly.

114.   However, the threats are being taken seriously.

115.   However, it was questionable how seriously the Serbs would take the threat.

116.   However, the United States has a legal obligation to take military threats against Taiwan seriously.

117.   In France, authorities were taking those threats seriously.

118.   In France, authorities took the threats of violence seriously.

119.   In the wake of his assassination, security was increased for all Cabinet members and the Shin Bet was criticized for not taking threats from Jews seriously enough.

120.   IOC director general Francois Carrard said the committee was taking the threats seriously.