1.   But it remained possible that more lawsuits would be filed in Florida and lengthen the process here, and possible that Bush would seek recounts in four other states.

2.   The owner says that network officials have vetoed certain NFL ideas, which has both complicated and lengthened the process.

3.   The official added that lack of courtroom space also has lengthened the process.

4.   Under current laws permission is needed from the interior ministry for any land deal -- a bureaucratic procedure that lengthens the process.