21.   But there are signs that their influence is waning.

22.   Christian influence has waned across the Middle East, especially in areas of turmoil.

23.   Christian influence has waned, especially in areas of turmoil.

24.   Europe has seen its influence wane at FIFA in recent years.

25.   His political influence has waned somewhat in recent years because of his failing health.

26.   His political influence has waned in recent years, however, as Hun Sen has consolidated power.

27.   His political influence has waned in recent years, however, as Prime Minister Hun Sen has consolidated power.

28.   In the past two years his influence has waned as his health has deteriorated.

29.   Paris also seeks a role in the Congolese peace process, eager to maintain a foothold in a region where French influence has waned in recent years.

30.   Rugova has just returned from self-imposed exile during the Kosovo conflict, and his influence has waned during his absence.