31.   But in the months since then, he has seemed to be his usual self in public appearances.

32.   But when they entered court on Thursday afternoon, they were their usual impassive selves.

33.   By the end of the conversation, Griffey was his usual light-hearted self.

34.   Charles S. Dutton is his usual impressive self as Gillespie.

35.   Downey is, of course, his usual engaging self.

36.   During a conference call with the news media Wednesday, he was his usual gruff self, refusing to address anything pertinent.

37.   Early this month, while speaking at a World AIDS Day conference, Elders was her usual self.

38.   Edwards was his usual steady self.

39.   Foie gras is its usual buttery self, served with thin crisp-fried potatoes.

40.   For the most part, Lee was his usual chipper self.