21.   Other signs suggest that Putin is at least a clever politician.

22.   One downtown sign suggested that for chest congestion, a particular brand of pills could provide relief.

23.   Several ominous signs suggest that his next land grab could be Montenegro, the last remaining republic with which Serbia is linked in the shrunken Yugoslav federation.

24.   Several signs suggest that his next war could be fought over Montenegro, the last remaining republic with which Serbia is linked in the shrunken Yugoslav federation.

25.   Still, early signs suggest the economy is slowing in the current quarter.

26.   Still, some signs suggest the economy is going strong.

27.   The early signs of activity suggest that the shower could be even more intense than expected.

28.   The eradication program appears to be going more smoothly than early signs had suggested.

29.   The outward signs suggest that time has passed and folks are moving on.

30.   The sharp growth in credit came even as other economic signs suggested that consumer activity was slowing in May.