71.   He said the shift at the top may increase the likelihood of changes in tax policy favorable to big business, such as levies on land and stock transactions.

72.   He said granting permanent trade status would also increase the likelihood that more democratic reforms will take hold in China.

73.   His comments were seen as increasing the likelihood of an imminent cut in U.s. interest rates.

74.   His comments were seen as increasing the likelihood of an imminent rate cut.

75.   Higher potency increases the likelihood of overdose, especially if people treat heroin like cocaine, which requires larger doses to get high.

76.   His comments were seen as increasing the likelihood of a cut in U.S. interest rates as soon as next month.

77.   If the number shows the economy grew at a strong clip, it could worry financial markets by increasing the likelihood of an interest rate increase.

78.   If you approach your new manager with the expectation that you are going to have problems with her, you are actually increasing the likelihood of such difficulties.

79.   If the company owner has any interest in increasing the likelihood of putting success in succession planning, this can be a very important step.

80.   In a roundabout way, however, his back problem increases the likelihood that Wells will end up with the Yankees next season.