21.   They moved on through a silent, sleeping village, only a few plumes of black smoke giving any sign of life.

22.   Although his physical injuries were not serious, the man could not speak or give any sign he was aware of where he was.

23.   And Bush has given no sign of any plan for re-engaging in one of the most troubled corners of the world if he wins the White House.

24.   And reports today from two government agencies and a major university gave signs the economy is poised for a long stretch of more modest, and noninflationary, growth.

25.   And so far, consumers give few signs they are prepared to return to the marketplace anytime soon.

26.   And reports today from two government agencies and a major university gave signs the economy is poised for a long stretch of more modest and sustainable noninflationary growth.

27.   And while the president mentions campaign finance reform, he gives no sign of pushing for it.

28.   As for the succession, Reidy noted that Sulzberger Sr. has given no sign that he will step down in the foreseeable future.

29.   As the film crew departs the unlucky island, the longest-lived Communist dictator gives no signs of making political reforms, much less going quietly into the political night.

30.   At last, the engine gave signs of life and the pilot signaled with his hands for the passengers to jump on board.