51.   But seismic activity appeared to be slowly waning, lessening the chances of another big eruption.

52.   Corn prices slipped lower on forecasts for wet weather in the Midwest next week, lessening the chance of a future drought.

53.   Fruit trees are also budding and blossoming on time, which lessens the chance of a killing frost as summer approaches.

54.   However, news organizations have a responsibility to set standards aimed at lessening the chances of death or injury to journalists working on the field, he said.

55.   Improved quality of drinking water and sanitation will lessen the chances of people getting these diseases.

56.   In patching up differences, both sides have tried to focus on areas of agreement and lessen the chances for conflict.

57.   Installing vents will not extinguish the fire but will allow gas to escape, easing pressure and lessening the chance of an explosion.

58.   It was his firmest statement to date on the settlement, which has added to Israeli-Palestinian tensions and further lessened the chances of resuming Middle East talks.

59.   Likewise, a slight movement to the southeast would lessen the chance.

60.   Last week, doctors instructed him to use a driver and sit in the backseat, lessening the chance of injury if there was a wreck.