1.   And his mere presence provided reassurance the companies were ready to accomodate regulators in order to win the necessary approvals for the merger.

2.   A critical advantage that the new ground presence will provide the US in its hunt for bin Laden is speed.

3.   A U.N. presence could provide a useful umbrella.

4.   For many Puerto Ricans, their diminishing presence has provided them with a moment to look back on, and assess, the Puerto Rican experience in New York.

5.   His presence provides a nice little segue into the story.

6.   In addition to providing extra protection against an accident, Boggs said, the FAA presence could provide quick, safe clearance for medical or security aircraft if needed.

7.   The NATO presence would provide the pressure to speed a solution, Croatian officials argue.

8.   The presence of Hevesi provided the most interesting moment in the three-hour event.

9.   Their presence provides a good, strong example for the children who may not have a father in the home, Dingle said.

10.   Though he played horribly, his presence provided the emotional lift that gave the Rockets the game, as well as the next two to take the series.