1.  Although Pitmedden is something of a hybrid, combining historically based parterres and formal topiary with modern elements, it should not be missed.

2.  Any pleas Tucker might make based on her turning her life over to God apparently will not carry much weight with some parole board members.

3.  Any work of historically based fiction must be, essentially, responsible speculation on the part of the author.

4.  Despite the pounding Web- based businesses have taken, Pesce sees an opportunity for companies that can make those devices work together seamlessly, constantly.

5.  Despite such stern criticism, Canada has begun to develop culturally based corrections programs.

6.  Digital Microwave said that after the transaction is completed, MAS will keep its name, operate as a subsidiary of Digital Microwave and remain based in Wellington.

7.  Do you think that these moneymakers are going to be affected for Russian-based criminals --

8.  Dodge is adding refinements to its Duranago, which makes no bones about being truck based, powerful, and spacious.

9.  Donna Karan says modern is breaking away from old assumptions and "redefining" clothing, based on needs, relays Patti Cohen, Karan's vice president.

10.  Despite some choreographic weak spots, notably in Act IV, Kevin McKenzie's 1993 production (based on David Blair's 1967 staging) is the best around.