11.   The House is expected to submit bills to sustained scrutiny and debate before giving its assent to them.

12.   Although she spoke fervently about her love of basketball, she was reluctant even to visit a basketball court until her former coach gave his assent.

13.   Admitting some reluctance, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon gave his assent to the American plan.

14.   Admitting some reluctance, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon gave his assent early Wednesday to the American plan.

15.   All gave their assent.

16.   Congress is ready to give its assent if the states achieve consensus on a common system.

17.   The two union board members could have joined forces to block it, but the director representing the machinists gave his assent, leaving Dubinsky as the lone dissenter.

18.   The tiny nun by her side gives her assent.

19.   When Sosland was able to convince him that there would be ample work for talented traders, Fribourg gave his assent.

20.   But the president must give his assent to all legislation.