"But in the drive for efficiency and stronger margins, it will focus managements' attention on the need for change."

Polls indicated that the referendum would pass by a strong margin.

In other statewide races, including the one for governor, Democratic candidates ran up strong margins.

Both of Smith's wins at Boston were by strong margins.

Analysts said Intel's strong margins reflect not only cost controls, but also the success of the company's strategy to segment the market.

Second, the business should have strong gross margins to accommodate the percentage of revenue dedicated to loan payments.

Jeannotte was re-elected by equally strong margins in the elections of 1959 and 1962.

The poll found strong margins in favor of Obama.

The cabinet approved the Gaza pullout by a strong but expected margin, 17 to 5.