1.   And in the bull market of the last few years, with blue chips all the rage, that has hampered performance.

2.   But he said weather data showed a gusty, volatile weather system with the potential to hamper flight performance, whether or not there was wind shear.

3.   Hard water with a high mineral content can also build up or clog the humidifier, hampering its performance.

4.   His stature never hampered his performance.

5.   It also hampers performance.

6.   Investors blamed the weak showing on concern slowing growth in Asia will hamper performance.

7.   Investors blamed the weak showing on unease that slowing growth in Asia would hamper performance.

8.   Mason spoke calmly but directly, and although clearly disappointed, he guaranteed the distraction would not hamper his performance.

9.   Speed will be governed by an air cleaner that has been changed to limit air flow, thus hampering engine performance.

10.   The product has special appeal for athletes because congestion can hamper performance and because their professions may have taken its toll on their noses, the maker said.