31.   Some administration officials, however, still hold out hope that progress may be made as Kim consolidates his position.

32.   The Alliance consolidated its position as the main opposition.

33.   The Itar-Tass news agency quoted a senior Russian official as saying troops planned to consolidate their positions around Grozny.

34.   To consolidate its position, Fuji Photo is investing heavily in the U.S.

35.   Under the cease-fire agreement, the Tigers have consolidated their position because rival armed Tamil groups have been required to turn over their weapons.

36.   Over the past year, the school has consolidated staff positions, not renewed teaching contracts, and privatized the cafeteria, bookstore and child care.

37.   Abdullah would have time to consolidate his position and start filling the shoes of a leader many Malaysians cannot imagine replacing.

38.   Abdullah would also have time to consolidate his position and start filling the shoes of a leader many Malaysians cannot imagine replacing.

39.   Argentina had two penalty appeals turned down as they sought to consolidate their position atop the standings.

40.   As refugees continued to flee Chechnya, Russian forces consolidated positions outside the capital and kept up bombing raids throughout the territory.