31.   It was also expected to be able to absorb the impact of the depreciating ringgit if it continues to stay at this current level.

32.   Malaysia is facing the threat of recession as its economy absorbs the impact of the Asian financial crisis.

33.   She said SMIs which are able to utilise international trade mechanisms, such as hedging, can better absorb the impact of arising economic problems.

34.   Share prices rose tentatively in early trading Monday as investors tried to absorb the impact of two big energy mergers and weakness in the hand-held computer sector.

35.   Shoes to fit these feet offer more cushioning to absorb the impact of running, Cross said.

36.   Stock markets opened mixed on Monday as investors tried to absorb the impact of two energy mergers and weakness in the hand-held computer sector.

37.   Despite the rise in interest rates, the market climbed on Wednesday and early Thursday, reflecting that it had already absorbed the impact of the long anticipated hike.