1.   The Chancellor could argue that this outcome reflects the restraint exercised with respect to alcoholic drinks.

2.   And Bruno insisted that the outcome reflected the agreement reached with Silver.

3.   For fans at Safeco Field, the outcome reflected the weather.

4.   Indeed, the outcome may reflect a larger role for other countries and international trade organizations to arbitrate such disputes.

5.   Robert Brusca, chief economist at Nikko Securities International, said the disappointing outcome reflected a fundamental shift in market sentiment.

6.   Some experts said the improved outcomes simply reflected nationwide trends.

7.   The outcome mostly reflected the will of the most dedicated voters because many Republicans were not even aware that the caucuses were being held.

8.   The outcome reflected a long-standing ideological divide between the parties over whether it really is a good idea to make it easier for people to vote.

9.   Becker said the outcome reflected the strength of his opponents.

10.   Suggesting that Mugabe lost the election to opposition candidate Morgan Tsvangirai, Powell said the outcome did not reflect the will of the Zimbabwean people.