1.   ...the tragedy of an active mind trapped by failing physical health.

2.   Both had failing health.

3.   Clinton also met briefly with President Boris Yeltsin of Russia, whom American officials had not expected to attend the funeral because of failing health.

4.   He had been in failing health for six years and had suffered a series of strokes, his family said.

5.   He had been in failing health for several years, his family said.

6.   He had been in failing health for some time, said his wife, the actress and playwright Vinie Burrows.

7.   He had been in failing health after a series of strokes, his family said.

8.   He had been in failing health for several years, said his wife, Joyce Dodson Washington.

9.   If Dole died suddenly or his health failed, the country could rest easy knowing Powell, someone they feel is capable, is in charge.

10.   It settles payments made between banks and keeps an eye on local banks for signs of failing health.