81.   On the political front, Fernandez has brought himself within striking distance of the presidency by simply giving voice to the political frustrations of common Mexicans.

82.   On Friday, they even probed the perimeters of the desert base where Marines have set up an operating base within striking distance of Kandahar.

83.   Only Van Horn kept the Nets within striking distance.

84.   Other monuments, including the Jefferson Memorial, were also barricaded to prevent a vehicle with explosives from coming within striking distance.

85.   Polls here have shown Bush in second place in Arizona, within striking distance, of McCain.

86.   Poor outside shooting by Hofstra allowed BU to stay within striking distance.

87.   Plummer suggested that the Cardinals continue their no-huddle offense even after reaching striking distance.

88.   Polls indicate that his Democratic opponent, Rep. Ron Klink, a moderate, is within striking distance.

89.   Recent polls show Gore is leading, but Bush is within striking distance.

90.   Recent polls indicate that Carnahan, a moderate Democrat, is within striking distance of Ashcroft, a Christian-right Republican.