31.   Chemical profits are expected to decline, although at a slower rate.

32.   Commercial replanting and growing of hardwoods, though, have proved problematic, in part because of their slower rates of growth.

33.   Circulation of the morning Sentinel also fell last year, but at a much slower rate.

34.   Competitors include TransHealth International, a California company whose device keeps the heart pumping a chemical solution, rather than blood, at a slower rate.

35.   Demand for municipal bonds should also remain relatively strong, as the supply of new securities is expected to grow at a slower rate, Kenny said.

36.   Derian Hatcher, the Dallas defenseman, also joined the attack for his side, moving deep into New Jersey ice, albeit at a slower rate of speed.

37.   EDS, which has had a slower rate of contract signings than its rivals, was understandably jubilant with the result.

38.   Economists see the surplus continuing to grow next year, though at a slower rate.

39.   Forecasters say online advertising spending will increase significantly, although at a slower rate, over the next four years.

40.   Ford wants tariffs reduced at a slower rate.