But in this eastern frontier region at that time, the prospect of a Soviet invasion was never far from anyone's mind.

And the prospect of an invasion of Iraq at the end of the year makes people uneasy.

The prospect of such an invasion brought a bitter taste to Maura's throat and she paused to regain her composure.

The prospect of a Soviet invasion into Western Europe, launched with little or no warning, is no longer a realistic threat.

He offered his assistance in 1625 during the prospect of a Spanish invasion, but was still regarded as a person that needed watching.

Thereafter, his section was concerned with the prospect of a German invasion of Britain.

The prospect of an invasion from either the East or the West didn't appeal to him, so he dropped the idea.

Mr. Bush himself said that the prospect of a Soviet invasion into western Europe was "no longer a realistic threat."

The prospect of a major invasion had been growing, and detailed proposals were put forward for Ireland.

The prospect of an invasion of Cyprus had already been considered in 1964.