11.   Cynics might label it a knee-jerk reaction by a panicky coaching staff.

12.   Emergency workers stopped the reaction by smashing a pipe connected to the water shell, letting the water drain.

13.   He and others suggested the bombing reaction by Israeli hard-liners reflects the belief that Arabs cannot be trusted in the Jewish state.

14.   He has to avoid any reaction by the hard-core PRI supporters.

15.   In addition to the costs of a shutdown and added security, airlines face an uncertain reaction by travelers.

16.   In part, the muted reaction by Japanese brokers and fund managers reflects a diminished appetite for technology-related stocks, which dominate the new exchange.

17.   Indeed, the overall reaction by fans in attendance to the appearance of the loose-lipped Braves reliever was heartening.

18.   Investigators would not say whether the tests ruled out the possibility of a fluke failure or a delayed reaction by the brake triggering system.

19.   Last year the exchange advanced a plan to extend its trading floor out over Broad Street, to mixed reactions by city officials.

20.   LaFontaine returned to the New York Rangers this year amid mixed reactions by doctors.