1.   But several factors bolster their position.

2.   Both sides presented statistics and data to bolster their positions.

3.   Both sides quote scripture, literature and personal testimony to bolster their positions.

4.   All these moves are intended to bolster its position as the industry leader.

5.   A depth of defensive tackles available in the free-agent market and in the draft should help the Cowboys bolster that position.

6.   Adams bolstered his position with backing from a losing candidate, House Speaker Henry Clay.

7.   Advocates of federal spending on scientific research are seizing upon the study to bolster their position.

8.   But analysts said the deal could help Exodus meet its aggressive expansion targets and bolster its position as one of the largest Web hosting companies.

9.   But Republicans are using the latest example of fraying readiness to bolster their position that military spending should at least be protected from deeper cuts and preferably increased.