1.   A source close to the defense team said the no contest plea was a key element in plea bargain negotiations.

2.   A source close to the player last night made it clear that he was deeply hurt at being dropped from the match.

3.   Apparently it had been reported hopping about in a car park close to the village.

4.   Below the bend the water remained sufficiently shallow close to the bank for Trent to keep his footing.

5.   But on many streams which mink have colonised, particularly those close to intensive agriculture, fish are no longer abundant.

6.   But sources close to Goodby said the two firms are negotiating an end to the partnership.

7.   Buyers need to tell some one close to them they have made the arrangements, otherwise the policy will be worthless.

8.   Close to the globe was a circular table, mostly painted blue.

9.   Close to the tree was a shattered tumbler, which police believe Elizabeth used to try to defend herself.

10.   Close to, the illusion of glowing feyness dissipated.