Mr. Gorbachev's latest sally came as Moscow appeared to be floating some conciliatory signals on Lithuania.

In fact both sides (at different times) gave out conciliatory signals, but in the highly charged atmosphere between the two countries each chose to concentrate on the hostile signs and ignore any others.

While Chen initially sent conciliatory signals, Lu consistently made inflammatory comments to the media.

Mr. Vogel said yesterday that Chinese officials were now sending more conciliatory signals to Disney.

The Western diplomats said that if the reports were confirmed, the refurbishing of the embassy could represent a conciliatory signal toward the United States.

Regardless of whether they are chosen, a conciliatory signal has been sent to their supporters.

One seems to be trying to salvage the West Side stadium project in some form, but there were no conciliatory signals from either side.

He has made clear conciliatory signals toward Croatia, which long battled Belgrade for its independence, and Montenegro, where secessionist currents are strong.

The White House, sending a conciliatory signal to Congressional Democrats, said today it was willing to compromise on the Bush proposal, even if it meant spending more money.

'The Decisions Are All Political' The White House has both threatened to veto the bill and sent conciliatory signals to Congress about a possible compromise.