Anchal also stood out, principally because of her blue contacts.

Many skilled people have lost their opportunities because of their contacts with the old regime.

Other independent derivatives firms have recently tried to link with banks because of their global contacts and, more important, their strong credit ratings.

A number of your top aides have been subpoenaed because of their contacts with Treasury officials in on the investigation.

"I keep you here with me because of your contacts in the Russian government and army," Kazakov said.

The executive added that Mr. Cafasso was hired because of his contacts, not necessarily his military background.

But he said that his company should not be excluded completely because of its valuable contacts and familiarity with the Iraqi market.

The minister of information, Mohsen Ejei, told reporters this month that he was arrested because of "his contacts with foreigners."

The agency turned to Mr. Wilson because of his contacts in Niger, where he had worked.

She lost her job twice because of her contacts with active dissidents, thus having to change her employer.