31.   But there was widespread skepticism in Israel about the seriousness of the arrests.

32.   Despite widespread skepticism that his reforms will be funded, Yeltsin remained upbeat.

33.   He chose his artists carefully and was fiercely devoted to them, mounting shows and promoting their efforts despite widespread skepticism about modern art.

34.   He is popular with Marlins fans, but his stadium campaign has encountered widespread skepticism.

35.   Russian and Chechen officials renewed peace talks Wednesday despite widespread skepticism and a shaky cease-fire that has been violated by widespread artillery and missile attacks.

36.   Russian and Chechen officials renewed their peace talks Wednesday, despite widespread skepticism and a shaky cease-fire that has been punctuated by artillery and missile attacks.

37.   Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota noted the widespread skepticism that Congress is capable of significant accomplishment.

38.   The claim never was proved and was received with widespread skepticism.

39.   There was widespread skepticism they would get very far into January.

40.   When Simpson attorney Johnnie Cochran Jr. raged in closing arguments against corruption and racism in the LAPD, he fueled an already widespread skepticism of police work.