21.   He suggested the sales slowdown on items like stereos, computers and appliances is due to consumers cutting down on big purchases that involve credit.

22.   Hyperion said some of its customers put off closing big purchases in the quarter.

23.   In the past, consumers led the economy into recession by shunning big purchases.

24.   It also left home buyers wary of big purchases, analysts said.

25.   It has received several major gifts from trustees and has made some big purchases.

26.   Lower interest rates reduce the cost of borrowing, helping consumers more easily finance big purchases like houses and automobiles and businesses make investments in plant and equipment.

27.   Many buyers are hesitant to commit to a big purchase such as a house because of concerns about job security and high levels of household debt.

28.   Many buyers had been hesitant to commit to a big purchase such as a house because of concerns about job security and high levels of household debt.

29.   Now, with travel disrupted and some consumers postponing big purchases, like homes and cars, analysts expect the economy to struggle for at least several months.

30.   On a big purchase, the difference can be hundreds of dollars.