21.   The third Murdoch paper, The Times of London, has yet to indicate its preference.

22.   The user indicates a preference by tapping one of two small drums with a mallet.

23.   Thus far, U.S. officials have been unwilling to indicate any preferences.

24.   U.S. military officials have also indicated a preference for a smaller force, arguing that a large contingent of peacekeepers could complicate the hunt for Osama bin Laden.

25.   Vendors indicate their preferences at the beginning of each game, and seniority determines who sells what.

26.   When discussing potential targets, some burglars indicated a preference for corner houses, while others liked homes in the middle of the street.

27.   But in general, Powell has indicated his preference for letting the marketplace work rather than having the government step in with heavy-handed regulation.

28.   FCC Chairman Michael Powell has indicated his preference for easing regulations to let the marketplace work.

29.   Hannon said those involved in the talks are waiting to see if Gov. George Pataki will propose legislation, or at least indicate his preferences for such a measure.

30.   Hintze declined to speculate on a successor, but Kohl has indicated a preference for his protege, Wolfgang Schaeuble.