21.   As a result, venture capitalists said they were investing at a slightly slower pace, because they were spending time on existing investments.

22.   As a result of the downsizing and confusion, applications for grants seem to be running at a much slower pace than in years past.

23.   At even a slower pace, the numbers are staggering.

24.   Athletes and coaches say the months after the Olympics can be stressful as those who are accustomed to excelling try to figure out the slower pace of normality.

25.   Before faxes and e-mail and CDs and VCRs we traveled at a slower pace.

26.   Before faxes and e-mail and CDs and VCRs we travelled at a slower pace.

27.   Before faxes and e-mail and CDs and VCRs, we traveled at a slower pace.

28.   Benefit costs also grew at a slower pace in the third quarter.

29.   Benefit costs also grew at a slower pace than in the previous quarter.

30.   Boeing Chairman Phil Condit has said the company will continue hiring new employees this year but at a slower pace than last year.