But indecision is still a decision, and like every decision, it has its costs which can grow steadily steeper as the clock ticks on.

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As the clock ticks on a restructuring of an ill-fated UK-listed venture, the Bakries may be preparing to sell down Visi Media Asia, a television firm which they hold a majority stake.

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Meanwhile, the clock ticks on ...

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Meanwhile, the clock ticks: On Jan. 1, taxes will rise nearly vertically and on nearly everyone.

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But as the clock ticks down on the five-year agreement between ERC and the six national unions that participate in the Heineken Cup, there are those who believe the tournament could be making bigger financial gains.

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Chen was relishing the renewal of his apartment lease, normally a mundane affair but currently no small feat in Beijing as the clock ticks toward the start of the Olympic Games on August 8.

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That cannot go on forever, and meanwhile the clock ticks.

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