The Rangers, the elite law-enforcement agency of the state, have been investigating the shootout as a possible prelude to state charges against cult members.

They viewed the Federation's presence in this part of space as an intrusion and a possible prelude to full-scale invasion.

Mr. Troy has since challenged the landmark designation in court - a possible prelude to a so-called hardship demolition.

The rally frightens many Canadians, who view it as a possible prelude to outright insurrection in Quebec.

Last week, Mr. Linn asked to have a mediator join the talks as a possible prelude to arbitration.

Some analysts see the reclassification as a possible prelude to more serious financial consequences to Mr. Trump's lenders.

"This program has attracted considerable attention as a possible prelude to a clandestine nuclear program."

Diplomats interpreted the request as a possible prelude to releases.

But as a possible prelude to conflict, environmental groups and organizations representing small farmers called her a troubling choice.

"So, Montgomery," he said, pacing the immaculate white tile as a possible prelude to offering the engineer a last cigarette.