11.   But after that grace period, the Food and Drug Administration could start requiring reduced levels, or the elimination, of nicotine in cigarettes.

12.   But even that reduced level would still be a sharp rise from the first quarter.

13.   But instead, the estimates issued by the government last Friday showed continued growth, albeit at a reduced level.

14.   Golden to dark brown in color, with pronounced malty-fruity character and a reduced level of hops.

15.   Government departments have been struggling to get by on reduced spending levels since October.

16.   If history is any guide, a spike in American nationalism and anxiety over security also will strengthen the hand of those calling for reduced overall levels of immigration.

17.   If it saves enough to close the gap between current projections and the reduced spending levels, no one feels the pinch.

18.   It has developed its own plan, which calls for continued federal financing, though at a reduced level.

19.   Livingston said the catchall bill he is drafting would eliminate more programs, while maintaining funding at current reduced levels.

20.   Major portions of its military and commercial infrastructure are operating at reduced levels and the agricultural system is producing lower yields each year.