21.   They showed a distinct lack of concern with what was going on around them.

22.   Bolger, a conservative pragmatist with a distinct lack of charisma, seems unable to deal with the dashing political style and populist appeal of his former minister.

23.   Not too long ago Disney was criticized for its distinct lack of contemporary values.

24.   The company also found a distinct lack of choice.

25.   The government announced the first round date on Friday despite a promised boycott by official opposition parties and the distinct lack of an agreement with Islamic fundamentalists.

26.   The polls have been marked by a distinct lack of interest on the part of the press.