41.   The agreement is also likely to cause widespread unemployment as money-losing banks and other failing businesses are closed.

42.   The business was closed after three years of losses, he said.

43.   The blocks nearest the river were cordoned off by police, most downtown businesses were closed and residents near the river were advised to evacuate.

44.   The company has denied the allegations in the book, and Welch has often said he believes that closing unprofitable businesses is both financially and morally sound.

45.   The businesses are closed.

46.   The companies are looking to stem the decline by restructuring, selling or closing the business.

47.   The company warned that it will receive less income from its CD-ROM royalties as it closes that business.

48.   The decline in tax collection came despite raids on merchants and factories in which tax inspectors seized records and closed businesses that were shown to have underreported transactions.

49.   The IMF also encourages these nations to adopt tough financial regimens, which might involve raising taxes, closing insolvent businesses, and cutting living standards.

50.   The storm left thousands stranded at home, closed businesses and sent many people in search of shelters or hotels.