Verdi had earlier expressed a desire to set the text, but only if the ending were changed.

Governments in Europe had earlier expressed fears about deregulation.

State Senator Kenneth Corn had earlier expressed interest in the race.

Freud had earlier expressed the hope that some day his theory of the libido, or sexual energy, might be given a biological basis.

James To, who had earlier expressed misgivings about giving his support, voted in favour.

Union leaders had earlier expressed disappointment that no current member of the department made the list of finalists.

Greek officials had earlier expressed optimism, saying an agreement outline would be in place by the end of next week.

She showed not a hint of the resentment and anger she had expressed earlier.

The Bush Administration had earlier expressed its sympathy for easing the ban on trade of elephant products.

He had earlier expressed the opinion that bandhs and hartals were detrimental to the State's interests.