41.   But their efforts were hampered by the bad weather.

42.   But the fluctuating price of oil has hampered federal efforts to mount a sustained campaign for energy efficiency and alternative fuels.

43.   Chaulk argues that doing so would hamper their efforts to recruit experienced paramedics and employees.

44.   Cisneros said the payments had been a voluntary attempt to help Ms. Medlar, since the publicity from the affair had hampered her efforts to find work.

45.   Critics say Pastrana bowed to pressure from the military, which claimed the proposed legislation would hamper its efforts against the rebels.

46.   Earlier efforts had been hampered by red tape by both governments and the requirement that most U.S. money be funneled to U.S. contractors.

47.   Dyson, who also sits on the MTA board, had contended that such leases would hamper efforts to find a buyer who would redevelop the Coliseum site.

48.   Even the limited effort has been hampered by logistical problems that, according to Rumsfeld, require two or three days to overcome.

49.   Experts say the rise of Lee will hamper efforts by Chen to find common ground with Beijing.

50.   Falling snow, freezing temperatures and thick mists since the quake have hampered rescue efforts by road and air.