The Henry Milker is a hand-operated vacuum pump.

VOA: special.2010.07.20

The module called Kibo or "Hope" in Japanese will allow astronauts to conduct experiments that involve exposing materials to the vacuum of space.

VOA: standard.2009.07.16

The hope is that it will not take too long, for fear a power vacuum could develop.

VOA: standard.2010.03.07

Because of the oil-rich bran layer, it spoils quickly if not refrigerated or stored in vacuum-sealed bags.

VOA: standard.2010.06.25

The power vacuum is likely to continue for some time. Election resultsmust be finalized before a government can be formed, the vote is being recounted.

VOA: standard.2010.05.10

He says the move will both prevent a power vacuum and respect the constitution.

VOA: standard.2009.03.29

The politicians internal divisions have led to fears that a political vacuum could give Sunni militants a chance to revive the sectarian violence that roiled the nation in 2006 and 2007.

VOA: standard.2010.04.04

Yes,we have indeed a certain timetable for (U.S.) withdrawal from the population centers, from the city-centers, but we are doing our utmost and we are coordinating very closely with the multinational forces to ensure there is no vacuum,".

VOA: standard.2009.04.25