61. A rout in software, semiconductor and computer companies pushed down the Nasdaq Composite Index every day this week. 62. A slowing economy, low inflation and talk about balancing the federal budget are pushing down the cost of money. 63. A strong dollar can benefit U.S. manufacturers to some degree by pushing down prices for parts they purchase abroad. 64. A stronger dollar would mean higher-priced exports, pushing down demand, and lower profits abroad when sales are translated back into dollars. 65. A superjumbo jetliner would push down costs, meaning lower fares for customers and bigger profits for airlines, said Mary Anne Greczyn, an Airbus spokeswoman. 66. A weaker dollar and hints of slowing global demand for semiconductor chips pushed down technology shares such as Sony Corp. and Fujitsu Ltd. 67. Add the bread cubes, pushing them down into the egg-milk custard mixture. 68. Add remaining thyme, garlic, bay leaf and peppercorns, gently pushing them down into the eggplant. 69. Add the pork loin, pushing it down into the pot until it is covered with water. 70. Allow the tea to steep, then gently push down the plunger, just enough to restrain the leaves. |