In conversations with reporters today, Mr. Buchanan argued that even if he did not win many delegates, his popular support would guarantee him a powerful role at the convention.

On the other hand, significant Republican support on his panel would almost guarantee filibuster-proof bipartisanship on the floor later.

The support of Mr. Vallone, a Democrat and a Catholic, almost certainly guarantees passage.

However, he was unable to enlist financial support for the project without the presumptive box-office guarantee his on-screen appearance would provide.

And open support from City Council leaders practically guarantees passage by the full Council next week.

The commission's support does not guarantee passage of the many proposals, which among other things would reduce scholarships, coaching staffs and the number of games in most sports.

With the Senate divided 50 to 50, the Democratic support in the committee essentially guarantees the bill will be approved by the Senate without significant change.

Such wide and varied support guaranteed the success of the Dictionary and a further five editions followed in the next twenty years.

Mr. Clinton's support virtually guarantees that the Social Security Administration will be given independent status.

It was felt that such support in the war would guarantee Home Rule when peace came.