1.   As its end nears, the Shepards disagree over a suitable sentence.

2.   But as the end of camp neared, The Kid was still there.

3.   But the end was nearing.

4.   Even as the end neared, Shaqroum was still pondering a fight to keep his lease.

5.   Particularly as the year end nears, U.S. banks are skittish about having their balance sheets reflect a great deal of exposure to Japanese banks.

6.   Still, as Delahoussaye keeps approaching milestones, he is constantly reminded that the end is nearing.

7.   Three times since last week, Davidson told TV audiences with increasing certainty that the end was nearing for Gretzky.

8.   He said he remains training as the end nears in September of his second FIFA-imposed suspension for drug consumption.

9.   Nick himself remains antagonistic until the end nears.