31.   The German Communists believed that, after a temporary victory for Hitler, they would be able to gain power in the ensuing confusion.

32.   HOMEOPATHY is gaining in popularity as more people discover the benefits of alternative or complementary medicine.

33.   There is no, if you like, no mileage to be gained in two important Local Authorities falling out over a particular issue.

34.   Along the way it gained in comfort, performance, economy, elegance and grace.

35.   Almost six stocks gained in price for every five that fell on the New York Stock Exchange.

36.   Also, what you gain in special effects, you lose in the intimate interaction of a board game.

37.   Although experts say a no-nonsense approach can help some people recognize problems and gain control in their lives, they wonder how effective it is in the long-term.

38.   Although eight teachers have now gained tenure in Patchogue-Medford, the union said it would keep fighting for those who had been turned down.

39.   Although Serb leader Biljana Plavsic lost, moderates gained in every part of the country, engendering hope that multiethnic national institutions will function more effectively.

40.   Although their numbers did not increase, minority journalists were reported to be gaining in newsroom rank as supervisors and senior editors.