The Council would consider seeking modifications to its Charter to allow it to delegate added powers.

"The President will be seeking modifications of this legislation as the legislation now moves to the Senate."

Israeli officials assert that they seek only modifications within the existing accord to improve security for Jewish settlers in Hebron.

I am seeking dramatic modifications in the conventional ways of doing business.

According to court papers, the state intends to "review these areas and subsequently seek permanent modifications of the Abbott remedies where warranted."

Some Congressional leaders called the package a starting point, but others said they were disappointed and would seek modifications.

Environmentalists and auto makers generally support the plan while seeking limited modifications.

"I'm going to talk to Bud tomorrow," said the negotiator, who did not attend the part of the meeting at which the owners decided to seek modifications.

His administration, however, sought only minor modifications to the amendment during the most recent appropriations cycle.

I call on Parliament to recognise that the common position closely reflects Parliament's first reading, and to refrain from seeking further modifications through amendments.