21.   But Clinton pressed for additional steps to improve the economic condition of Palestinians.

22.   But he likes the idea of cash rewards for good stewardship because they would encourage farmers to take more steps to improve the environment.

23.   But it does show that the government at least takes the Asia crisis seriously and that it is taking steps to improve the business environment.

24.   But Lithuania is taking intermediate steps to improve its case.

25.   But these days South Korean officials seem fairly understanding of the U.S. efforts, and Seoul itself has been taking steps to improve relations with the North.

26.   Buyouts in the financial services group by BankAmerica Corp. and Safeco Corp. spurred optimism that U.S. companies will take steps to improve their already fat bottom lines.

27.   David Ball, communications director for the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, defended the changes, saying both steps will improve efficiency.

28.   Edison has taken other steps to improve its financial performance and prepare for competition.

29.   Food processors took steps to improve sanitation in their factories.

30.   Freeh has recently taken several steps to improve the lab.