11.   Still, the association has made a settlement with the publishers, all of whom now claim that the playing field for independents and small chains has been leveled.

12.   The association does not make such an award, but Boras had mentioned the award as a positive feature for his client.

13.   The association made bold promises to the Amex, saying it would invest in technology and help attract new stock listings.

14.   The animal protection association made its request in a letter to Juan Antonio Samaranch, president of the International Olympic Committee.

15.   The association later made that pledge.

16.   The association is making movement toward that end, forming a news wire service where member newspapers will share stories and work on joint projects.

17.   The association made the bill part of the monthly maintenance assessments.

18.   The father is Nolan Ryan, and that association makes Reid Ryan the most famous minor-leaguer who never played professional basketball.

19.   The INS took her into custody this year after she was deported from Canada, which said her past associations made her a danger to the community.

20.   The powwow will be the first serious attempt the players association has made at planning strategy.