11.   But even if it wanted to throw a big party as in years past, Bethlehem could not afford to do so, the mayor said.

12.   But it is also the case that the political mood of the country is causing Democrats to be more aggressive and the Republicans more defensive than in years past.

13.   But in contrast to years past, when few changes in policy emerged from such hand-wringing, there are indications that this round may be different.

14.   Cox is years past his prime.

15.   Empowering people who in years past might have died from their injuries is now the cutting edge in burn care.

16.   Employment in manufacturing and government will continue to decline, economists say, but the sharp drops of years past appear to be over.

17.   Empowering people like Whiles who in years past might have died from their injuries is now the cutting edge in burn care.

18.   Fenway, a private company based in New York, has in years past bought companies ranging from mattress makers to pancake-syrup producers.

19.   For teen-age girls, who several doctors said are using steroids more than in years past, short-term side effects include facial hair, increased body hair and acne.

20.   He is no longer a trophy of years past, a name to be displayed on office letterheads.