41.   As at Aqua and Delfina, the staff gathers for a pre-service meeting.

42.   As Iraqi Christians gathered for Christmas services Friday, the sounds of the U.S. and British bombing raids last week were still echoing in their heads.

43.   As kettles of sugary tea are shuttled to the tables, students gather for discussion, and the killings are a common topic.

44.   As shareholders gather for annual meetings, many are finding in their proxy statements further evidence that executive pay continues to soar.

45.   As stars of the show, athletes gathering here for the winter Olympics want for nothing.

46.   As the Bruins gathered for their post-halftime huddle, Davis let his rage rip.

47.   As the alumni gathered for a dinner tribute to their teacher, Thaler stood before them and wondered what Mr. Gaudino would have said about their gathering.

48.   As the plane sat on the grass near its hangar at Gardner, Kan., Municipal Airport on Saturday, people still gathered for a closer look.

49.   As my family gathers for Christmas this year, the miracle is that my mom is with us.

50.   As the league gathers for its midseason party, few teams have been as celebrated as the Coyotes.