1.   Aiding his efforts was an improved method for dating rock known as uranium-lead isotope analysis.

2.   And their efforts would be augmented by deep-sea divers, who would be able to aid rescue efforts at much greater depths.

3.   Asked if his planning efforts were aided by computers, his answer was pointed.

4.   At a Washington press conference, Surgeon General David Satcher praised two decades of HIV and AIDS prevention efforts, but described the coming anniversary as a solemn milestone.

5.   A large percentage of the locals would not aid the effort.

6.   A swath of rain will dampen much of the Pacific Northwest, aiding firefighting efforts.

7.   Aiding this effort will be the reorganization of the company as a result of the reforms parliament sanctioned in January.

8.   But I did know there was important stuff I had to do to aid the effort.

9.   China is also aiding Iranian efforts to make chemical weapons and medium-range missiles.

10.   Delphi has been trying to increase its profits by expanding sales outside GM, and some analysts said that partial public ownership would aid that effort.