41.   But Baer of the FTC left open the possibility that negotiations could resume at any time.

42.   But both the Christian majority of the region and some Muslim factions have denounced any peace agreement, leaving open the possibility of further fighting.

43.   But Chavez left open the possibility that he would continue to battle opponents, if needed.

44.   But Dr. James Andrews was able to repair his labrum and shave down a bone spur arthroscopically, leaving open a possibility that he might pitch later this season.

45.   But Blinder explicitly left open the possibility of future disagreements with his colleagues on whether creating new jobs should sometimes take precedence over fighting inflation.

46.   But he left open the possibility of changing jobs.

47.   But he left open the possibility that the relatives might feel that a state court ruling in their favor on custody could trump federal authorities.

48.   But he had also spoken optimistically about productivity, and that had left open the possibility that he just might let a strong economy run.

49.   But he left open the possibility of a broader role for the United States through international organizations seeking to restore financial stability.

50.   But he left open the possibility that he may wait to decide until several other lawsuits involving absentee ballots are resolved.