11.   Rather than decreasing with the American policy change, the tide of refugees seemed to be rising.

12.   The tide seems to be turning in some regions, however.

13.   The tide seems to be in their favor.

14.   Although racing and its gambling link have traditionally been frowned on by Chinese leaders, the tide seems to be turning toward an officially sanctioned racing industry.

15.   But that tide seems to have turned.

16.   The religious tide even seems to have had an effect on non-governmental organisations, which met in a forum at Huairou.

17.   Political observers said that the tide seemed to be running against any postponement of the elections as the conference continued its discussions.