11.   As the tax deadline approaches each year, the IRS invites taxpayers to call its toll-free number with their questions.

12.   As the trade deadline approached two weeks ago, lots of names were mentioned in rumors.

13.   As that deadline approached, it was clear that Brooke was in trouble.

14.   As the deadline approaches, governments are looking closely at what remains to be done to achieve monetary union.

15.   As the U.S. deadline approached, his cool defiance, distinctive sideburns and fancied resemblance to Elvis Presley made him an immediate celebrity.

16.   But as the deadline approached, the numbers did not add up.

17.   But as the deadline approached, the pressure seemed to diminish rather than grow.

18.   But as the deadline approaches, they say the challenge will go unmet by many industries and municipalities.

19.   But there is no guarantee a trade will come now, or when the trading deadline approaches this summer.

20.   Deadlines approached not only for submitting the referendum petition but also for firming up lease agreements and other details concerning the new arena.