11.   A weakened economy and greater loss of jobs contributed to the increase in welfare rolls, the study states.

12.   But Russia, with a sophisticated arsenal and weakened economy, has been a more willing supplier.

13.   But the ripple effects can be clearly seen in the decline in trade between Singapore and the United States, each with weakened economies.

14.   Digital has said it has been hurt this year by the weakened European economy.

15.   Even the weakened Asian economy and severe weather this winter in some areas pose minimal long-term threats.

16.   For now, the cartel is betting that it can have its hefty oil export revenues without damaging the weakened economies of the United States and Asia.

17.   Industrial customers are being hit hard by the weakened economy, reducing demand for natural gas.

18.   Interns are getting a real workout in this weakened economy as companies look for ways to fill the void left by layoffs, hiring freezes and other belt-tightening.

19.   Korean officials and car manufacturers say the market is open, but a weakened Korean economy has kept buyers away.

20.   Levin said long waits on the border are further damaging a weakened economy.