51. The dream of the unified global village has given way to the reality of global fragmentation and diversity. 52. The hold tightened as Saxon thegns and clergy gave way to Normans. 53. The line at the stone wall gives way! 54. The mesquite forests that once lined a river brimming with unique native fish have given way to banks of toxic dumps. 55. The new barriers are designed to give way if spectators surge forward too violently. 56. The niceties gave way to steely-eyed focus and thrilling adventure built on absolute confidence. 57. The old ethic of hard work has given way to a new ethic of instant gratification. 58. The old guard, too fond of international conferences, has given way to a younger breed of activist. 59. The priesthood of central computing has already given way to a secular world of laypeople playing with multiplying microprocessors. 60. The Prime Minister I shall give way to the right hon. |