11.   And increasingly, in a vigorous economy and a tight labor market, companies are taking a tough stance on these agreements.

12.   Before the June elections, the Bank Restructuring Agency was winning praise for what was seen as its tough stance against politically connected borrowers.

13.   Beginning last winter, people at ABC News predicted that the network would take a tough stance with Peter Jennings when negotiations to renew his contract began.

14.   Bracy said Maloney took a tough stance in his case to divert suspicion from the leniency he showed in other cases.

15.   A tough stance against students making threats is not unique to Port Huron.

16.   A tough stance?

17.   After many weeks of negotiations, of course, the parties may be taking tough stances and then letting the news media know simply as a bargaining tactic.

18.   Both men pledged to be strong friends of Israel, and said the United States should take a tough stance against Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein.

19.   Buchanan expressed compassion for some illegal immigrants, but held to his tough stance against those who cross the border illegally.

20.   But Delta has nonetheless taken a tough stance by saying it will make some seats available at the same prices on routes ValuJet flies from Atlanta.