11.   His ratings have fallen to a record low and rumors are freely flowing of his poor health.

12.   His fellow conservative, Balladur, has seen his ratings steadily fall, partly because of the corruption scandals.

13.   If the ratings fall below investment grade, the investors can return the bonds to the company in exchange for cash at par.

14.   If more bank ratings fall, the sovereign rating could be at risk.

15.   If the rating falls, though, a provision kicks in on the Auburn Hills bond that requires Chrysler to raise the coupon.

16.   If the city files for bankruptcy, its debt rating could fall further.

17.   In succeeding weeks, ratings fell precipitously, not only on NBC, but on UPN and TNN, which carried the XFL on Sundays.

18.   It came to an abrupt close when ratings fell and personalities clashed.

19.   Its bond rating has fallen to the lowest possible level, which will increase the cost of borrowing in the future.

20.   Loren Matthews, a senior vice president of ABC Sports, said the Sugar and Fiesta Bowl ratings fell for one reason.