1.   A clear statement of the goal and scope of a research project is a useful reference point.

2.   A completely specific statement of document content would have to be the text of the document itself.

3.   A precise statement of this idea is known as the second law of thermodynamics.

4.   A statement of your terms and conditions of employment can be found in the Personnel Handbook.

5.   At the time each of these initiatives seemed at best like well-meant statements of the ideal.

6.   Complex and difficult lives are simplified into iconic statements of social deprivation.

7.   Genuine smiles and statements of appreciation go a long way.