1.   It is obvious that reference to the proposal has been casual if not intense at particular times.

2.   She floated near but outside her own body, feeling vague and intense at the same time.

3.   In fact, the physical toll became so intense at LSU that he cited it as one reason he decided against staying in school.

4.   The two preseason victories have shown that competition is intense at the wide receiver, running back and secondary positions.

5.   With President Bush on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch, the security was intense at Yankee Stadium.

6.   Both clubs pressed from the kickoff and the action was intense at midfield.

7.   Debate over ousting errant clergy will likely be intense at the Dallas conference.

8.   English first division football resumes on Saturday with the fight for promotion places to the lucrative Premiership certain to be as intense at any time in history.

9.   Their rivalry will probably be at its most intense at the French Open.