21.   But nearly a year later, most of those plans are dead or stalled as the states turn their attention to cutting budget deficits.

22.   But now, nearly a year later, most of those plans are dead or moribund as the states turn their attention to cutting budget deficits.

23.   But Republicans say the broader goal of cutting the deficit and balancing the budget will help all people, including women.

24.   But many Brazilian economists believe that Cardoso must take the initiative and quickly cut the deficit.

25.   But the fund is pushing to cut the deficit further.

26.   But the president is reluctant to take painful measures to cut the deficit.

27.   But the Warriors bounced back with a strong third quarter, cutting the deficit to five points before the Lakers pulled away again.

28.   By late in the period, the Sabres had cut the deficit to a goal and were threating to tie with Roloson pulled for an extra attacker.

29.   Clarke has repeatedly said over the past six months that his top priority is to protect the economic recovery and cut the deficit.

30.   Clinton pledged four years ago the deficit would be cut in half during his term of office.