Just the thought of seeing the U. S. A. taken a back seat to China in Space really bothers me deeply.

仅仅是想到美国在太空开发上相对中国退居二线就深深烦恼着我。

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You're in the army now! Seat's taken.

VOA: standard.other

Others believe the violence could cement a crucial role for the military in political affairs and stability even as the generals have taken a back seat in the country's reforms.

WSJ: Mosque Fire Kills 13 Children in Myanmar, Fueling Suspicions

But reports of Mubarak's failing health have taken a back seat to the political and constitutional turmoil in the country.

CNN: Egypt election results delayed

It's the third time in recent months that Democrats have taken a seat in a district that had long been safe for Republicans.

NPR: Miss. Democrat Snags House Seat Held by GOP