41.   But a recent study suggests that things may become easier.

42.   But even scary things can become dull, if they go on too long.

43.   But as the book builds toward its harrowing finish, things become clearer and clearer.

44.   But he found that so many things became distractions, and if they bothered him, they certainly bothered his club.

45.   But even if Tech hangs on to its coach, things will become as difficult as the Georgetown press.

46.   But if Ohio State wins, things become complicated and potentially embarrassing.

47.   But in looking over the past few months, some interesting things have become apparent about Belichick and his capable young assistant, Scott Pioli.

48.   But in the past year, two things have become clear.

49.   But one thing became clear long before he and Atlas had their talk about his choice of footwear.

50.   But just how bad things had become was a bit of a mystery.