1.   When the deadline approaches, things can get a little hairy.

2.   In Japan the Western deadline approach is secondary to a thorough job.

3.   And these decisions cascade down over you by the end of the day as deadlines approach.

4.   As the deadline approaches and the politicians scurry to buy time, the HMOs are engaging in a flurry of gamesmanship.

5.   Baker said the company was hoping the union would present a written proposal on Tuesday, when daily negotiations begin as the contract deadline approaches.

6.   Flower said the sale probably will be consummated, but both sides are remaining tough on issues as the deadline approaches.

7.   Hughes suggested that they may change their position as the deadline approaches.

8.   If the Astros are still struggling when the trading deadline approaches, there will be many contending teams inquiring about the availability of their playoff-tested veterans.

9.   In the meantime, though, the work is intensifying as crucial deadlines fast approach, the principal investigator said.

10.   Negotiating marathons are common as deadlines approach.