41.   Traders took the remarks as signs Japan might sell dollars if the U.S. currency rises too far too fast.

42.   Traders took the remark as another sign the government may be softening its strong-dollar stance.

43.   Although his comment was benign, his remark should be taken as an expression of strong misgivings.

44.   But Japanese officials let the vice president know in no uncertain terms that the remark was not taken well.

45.   Choi said his remarks were taken out of context.

46.   Choi has said his remarks were taken out of context.

47.   He said his recorded remarks were taken out of context.

48.   Heiberg later said his remarks were taken out of context and that he believed the games should go ahead as planned.

49.   In Korea, his remarks were taken as another example of Japanese politicians glossing over wartime atrocities.

50.   Investors took the remarks as a warning that the Fed might raise interest rates again.