I know of no reason to suppose that there has been a sudden change in long-standing motivations or policy goals, apart from tactical adjustments to changing circumstances.

But given Mr. Assad's political constraints, sticks alone will not produce more than short-term tactical adjustments in Syrian behavior.

This afternoon, in his office, Keenan said the temporary switches were tactical adjustments, not wakeup calls.

That England had reduced the deficit could not disguise the need for a tactical adjustment.

Some specific improvements include, faster ball movement and a more free flowing game, improved control and camera systems, and more scope for tactical adjustments.

Jordan said a tactical adjustment in the second quarter made the difference.

These moves, often made by financial planners and investment advisers, are called tactical asset-allocation adjustments.

But if you feel the desire to make tactical adjustments to reduce risk, use the satellite portion - the other $20,000 - to play some defense.

"We took a lot of heat earlier this year for what was perceived to be a tactical adjustment in our policy," a senior Administration official said.

They fought a match of rapid tactical adjustments, with momentum shifts within each round that had the fans on their feet cheering.