1.   Because of the large teak frame, Mama Tuyet occupied center stage on the altar.

2.   Control of the money supply should occupy centre stage in the conduct of macroeconomic policy.

3.   Although Democrats are publicly ecstatic over reclaiming the majority in the Senate, there are political risks to Kennedy once again occupying center stage of the party.

4.   An emerging culture not only insinuates its connection to opera but occupies its stage outright.

5.   And when a solo performer occupies a stage for nearly two hours, the pretty words grow a little monotonous.

6.   As in past seasons, when both stages are occupied, Lincoln Center Theater presents works in Broadway theaters.

7.   As the lights come up on the McLeavy sitting room, a coffin occupies center stage, bearing the mortal remains of Mrs. McLeavy.

8.   A large marble bust of Lenin occupies center stage.

9.   All occupy the stage with a look of unassuming ownership.