Historian Frank McLynn argues that John's early years at Fontevrault, combined with his relatively advanced education, may have turned him against the church.

Two years of losing, combined with Brown's own stubborn ways, had created an atmosphere of increasing tension that might have eventually caused tempers to flare.

She had made the choice and now had the appearance and energy of a twenty year old, combined with a formidable libido.

In the last two years various groups combined to raise $500 for playground equipment.

With 13 years combined as Head of State, Buyoya is up to now the longest serving Burundian President.

In 2007 Afghanistan saw 140 more suicide bombings - more than in the past five years combined - that killed more than 300 people, many civilians.

However, the years of organizing by Sweetland, Morgan and others, combined with public support for public power, resulted in a Democratic sweep in Oregon.

So: a hundred years of professional help combined with the enthusiasm and expertise of three generations of the family.

Several years of chain smoking, combined with regular methamphetamine use, is hell on the skin.

He amassed 58 league appearances in his first two years combined (eight goals scored), achieving promotion in his second.