1.   If it does, Jackson is virtually assured a place in the Hall of Fame.

2.   If his place in mid-century American modernism is assured, his role in the expanded culture of globalization remains to be assessed.

3.   In four days, it cut a financing deal that assured its place on Nasdaq and gave it capital for the future.

4.   In many states, the party leadership does not choose sides in presidential primaries and widely recognized candidates like McCain are assured a place on the ballot.

5.   It would take two more victories in the semifinals to assure that place, which could be attained by the end of racing on Sunday.

6.   Now, his fans say Gabriel has assured his place among the biggest names in showbiz.

7.   They know what they have to do to assure a place at a favorite recreational site.

8.   Bordeaux, meanwhile, assured its place in the Division with the draw.

9.   He certified his position as a challenger by beating Stojko and Eldredge at the Champions Series final, then assured his place in history by clearly outskating them here.

10.   The win left Auckland in first place, seven points clear of Canterbury and the Sharks, with the Blues assured a place in the semifinals.