1.   An anticipated slowdown in the economy next year could exacerbate that squeeze.

2.   Analysts expect the healthy agriculture figures to overshadow an anticipated slowdown in manufacturing, which accounts for less than one-tenth of GDP.

3.   Australian commodity prices fell in November, led by falling metal prices, as an anticipated slowdown in Asian economies fueled expectations for continued lower demand for raw materials.

4.   Jack Kyser, chief economist for the Los Angeles Economic Development Corp., said the anticipated slowdown reflects a more conservative stance being taken now by lenders.

5.   The anticipated economic slowdown has yet to impact the political system here.

6.   The anticipated slowdown in the economy could make the fourth quarter even worse, analysts said.

7.   The muted performance Tuesday could signal a long anticipated slowdown, several analysts cautioned.

8.   The question is whether the anticipated slowdown will arrive soon enough to keep the lid on wage-inflation pressures.

9.   Among the concerns are a worker shortage, an anticipated slowdown in the U.S. economy and business costs.

10.   Another adverse effect of the anticipated economic slowdown would be arise in the number of unemployed.