31.   In the end, the contribution from Jewish consumers may have been the critical element, Poppenberg said.

32.   It became the critical element in opening the doors of Western industry to women.

33.   Israeli forces lost a critical element of surprise, and when that happened the Hamas kidnappers shot their bound captive in the neck and chest.

34.   It is difficult to distinguish the case before us, for the same critical elements are present.

35.   Often overlooked, however, has been the impact of the stepped-up rate of corporate migration, which adds another critical element to the mix.

36.   One critical element in creating a successful party is to establish a continuing relationship with the caterer, to build a bond of trust.

37.   One critical element of drop formation is a filament that forms between the drop and the main source of liquid before it breaks off.

38.   Prospects for its rejuvenation are remote because the Fed is still the most critical element of the growth mix.

39.   Running backs are important but not the critical element of the Raiders offense.

40.   She believes that she and her colleagues bring a critical element to the company.