31.   The band began as an octet, but spent most of the set in various sub-divisions, from quartet through to septet.

32.   He began as deputy to Sir Michael Checkland and was appointed his successor without any other candidates being interviewed.

33.   Some builders on what began as prestigious estates in Britain had to compromise with the arrival of the recession, and alter their plans to include cheaper housing.

34.   Negotiations with the unions are just beginning as to how the blow will fall.

35.   Although she began as an illustrator, she quickly turned to writing.

36.   Amerihost, based in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines, Ill., began as a hotel management company eight years ago.

37.   Although NASD began as a self-regulatory organization for smaller firms, it has become increasingly oriented to the big firms.

38.   Although Inca Kola began as a drink of the lower classes, it is now consumed by all classes.

39.   Although it began as a way to help farm families, it has expanded its scope over the years to respond to local needs in urban and rural areas.

40.   Although Wahlberg says this began as an impulsive and rebellious lark during a performance at the Magic Mountain amusement park in Southern California, it became a deliberate strategy.