1.   Base metals surged on expectations of strong growth in demand from U.S. industry at a time when supplies may be crimped.

2.   A deficit elimination package would drive bond yields lower still by crimping supply of the securities the Treasury sells to fund its deficits.

3.   Cattle prices were steady amid an expected decline in the number of cattle being fattened for slaughter, which could crimp beef supplies in coming months.

4.   In LONDON, base metals surged on expectations of strong growth in demand from U.S. industry at a time when supplies may be crimped.

5.   Sugen is a leader in the field of anti-angiogenesis, the attempt to shrink tumors by crimping the supply of blood that fuels their runaway growth.

6.   The document reflects a belief within the administration that crimping the supply of drugs in prison will cut the demand for them after the convicts are released.