11.   His talk is all of pre-programmed key pads, panic buttons and radio relays.

12.   Now there is talk of recruiting blacks and Latinos, traditionally absent from the higher union ranks, to more prominent positions.

13.   Ozzie Smith announced his retirement, and there was talk of a first-ballot entry.

14.   Talks were to have begun two weeks ago.

15.   The ambassador made a brief statement, saying that the talks had been very productive.

16.   The December peace talks are likely to be stormy.

17.   The peace talks are now at a crucial stage.

18.   The peace talks were on the brink of chaos.