91.   The companies generally insist that they do not, saying they buy from Hong Kong manufacturers or through Hong Kong agents.

92.   The companies insist that after purchasing Saudi crude at the dictated price, the subsidiaries were free to resell it at any price they could negotiate.

93.   The companies insist that everything is under control, but their across-the-board unwillingness to discuss any aspect of security suggests the depth of their concern.

94.   The companies insist, though, that the cost is more than worth the convenience.

95.   The company insisted its fundamentals remain sound.

96.   The company insists it has made a significant portion of the planned investment, though officials will not say how much.

97.   The company insists it has paid all taxes due.

98.   The company insists its assets outweigh its liabilities.

99.   The company insists that the plant will actually save fish by displacing older power plants along the river that suck in much more water.

100.   The company insists the move signaled not defeat but renewed focus.