That is when a government takes ownership of a private business, often with the idea of selling it back to investors later.

VOA: special.2009.01.30

They can develop as flat, discolored areas of skin or as raised growths, often with a rough surface.

VOA: special.2010.07.06

Ms.Kearns chooses papers made from recycled materials, often with colors made from soy ink.

VOA: special.2011.03.09

Drug-related violence in Mexico has killed more than seven thousand people since the beginning of last year -- often with guns bought in the United States.

VOA: special.2009.04.18

The W.H.O.is advising people to wash their hands often with soap and water.

VOA: special.2009.05.06

Rockman often shows nature as defined by a struggle for survival with a never-ending repetition of life and death.

VOA: special.2010.12.15

Often,he would pass islands with strong enemy forces, cut off their supplies and leave them with no chance to fight.

VOA: special.2009.05.24

Many victims live in areas with poor or non-existent health care systems and where antivenom treatments are often not available.

VOA: special.2010.01.25

Men with treadle pumps often no longer have to leave the farm to seek extra work in cities.

VOA: special.2009.08.17

Another animal with a good memory -- the elephant -- often raids field crops, especially maize and cassava.

VOA: special.2010.07.27

International students often want to spend their free time with friends from their own country or group.

VOA: special.2009.03.19

Nina Simone often said she hated to be linked with any one kind of music or message.

VOA: special.2009.10.04

Before,people with special needs were often prevented from physical activity out of concern that they would hurt themselves or be unable to compete.

VOA: special.2009.08.23

Because of its size and influence with suppliers and buyers, Wal-Mart's policies often receive wide public attention.

VOA: special.2009.07.17