11.   Both Bell Atlantic and Nynex had complained in the past that the antiquated law could significantly delay final approval on the merger.

12.   But displaying them in locations like schools and courtrooms where states exercise authority over individuals puts an unacceptable official stamp of approval on them.

13.   But that did not affect the trade for Pippen or the delay on gaining approval on his contract.

14.   But that does not mean that U.S. scientists have put their stamp of approval on this culinary and medicinal herb.

15.   But that law is still functional, with the Supreme Court placing its imprimatur of approval on the waiting period and allowing individual states to continue the background checks.

16.   But the final approval on air quality standards has already been granted, as has the draft permit for water discharge.

17.   China is among a small number of nations that must win congressional approval on a yearly basis to continue enjoying most favored nation status.

18.   During that month, Alaska must get FAA approval on heavy maintenance work before it returns any planes to passenger service.

19.   Edmiston said the plan is to have two people selected from each area to serve on an oversight committee, with approval on the purchase of all properties.

20.   Every victory strengthens the seal of approval on a book deal.