1.   But many critics say the alliances will aggravate the problem because more people will be competing for the same choice destinations at the same peak periods.

2.   But there are ways to avoid the peak periods.

3.   Some Internet services skimp on the number of incoming lines offered so that during peak periods users sometimes get a busy signal while trying to log on.

4.   He added that these were peak holiday periods and they would have to spend more if they took their holidays then.

5.   Ms. Khalili said she knew of no technical problems that prevented computer users from accessing the Web site during the peak periods Saturday.

6.   Motoring organizations advised commuters to make alternate arrangements and avoid traveling to and from work during peak periods if possible.

7.   Mr Wong said most suppliers had increased their feed orders for the peak periods of the Winter Solstice and the Lunar New Year.

8.   On top of this production deadlines during peak periods often lead home workers to ask family members for help.