The stage is set for a major clash between the tobacco industry and health officials.

White House officials say the results of this conference will set the stage for future clashes in the country.

It will not be the address for a clash of civilizations.

Worn together, they make for a most happy and appealing clash.

"So there really have been no opportunities for clashes," he said.

Thus the big are getting bigger in order to prepare for a clash of the titans.

"I'm not looking for a clash," he said, sounding a bit hurt by the church's response.

The crowd was moving in, winding themselves up for a head-on clash.

Joe was mentally preparing himself for a verbal clash with his director.

And Russia's generals seemed to be trying to prepare the nation for tough clashes ahead.