21.   Analysts said the partnership is broader than anticipated.

22.   And for Microsoft, the partnership with Pepsi is an opportunity to increase its sales of games and CD-ROM titles.

23.   And the Chinese insist that no one partnership is directed at any other country.

24.   Are such partnerships a good strategy?

25.   As a result, European partnerships were able to expand over time, allowing more ambitious, better-financed ventures.

26.   As far as we can tell, these later partnerships have been strong and reasonably happy.

27.   Both media partnerships are in the process of liquidating their assets, Chimicles said.

28.   Both partnerships are in the process of liquidating their assets, Chimicles said.

29.   A consulting firm, for example, could form a network with a client, then disband it when the partnership is over.

30.   A Goldman partnership is one of the most sought-after prizes on Wall Street because of the guaranteed riches it brings.