1.   But software piracy is a growing concern for the industry, especially as foreign nations close the gap with the United States in computer use.

2.   Disputes between Bulgarian political parties, which prevented the previous administration from functioning and brought the nation close to default, have eased, analysts said.

3.   He helps communities across the nation close off existing neighborhoods, with gates or cul-de-sacs, to curb crime.

4.   Participating nations close to France argued the French ticket distribution unfairly favored domestic supporters.

5.   Participating nations close to France have argued the French ticket distribution unfairly favored domestic supporters.