31.   But it seems harder and harder now for the U.N. to hold its ground.

32.   But it managed to hold its ground against the German mark and other leading currencies.

33.   But most of the other animals, cautious and curious, held their ground.

34.   But opportunities, not exits, seem to be what investors want, and stocks held their ground.

35.   But other analysts and investors believe that the company will hold its ground.

36.   But she hopes to hold her ground.

37.   But low-level Arctic air will hold its ground, setting the stage for broken areas of snow and pockets of freezing rain.

38.   But Miss Williams held her ground.

39.   But Ms. Dent held her ground.

40.   But thanks to astute judgment four years ago, the Wildcats held their ground.