51.   But if the retailers see big gains this year, then their customers may be buying more in less time.

52.   But most strategists regard this as a normal setback following big gains, not a fundamental reversal.

53.   But not all aisles of the toy store are posting big gains.

54.   But powerhouses EMC Corp. and Compaq Computer Corp., which account for two-thirds of sales, could see big gains.

55.   But Tech was the underdog and anyone with any feeling for the game had to thrill seeing quarterback Joe Hamilton and tailback Charlie Rogers cut upfield for big gains.

56.   But some devices had big gains last year, and are projected to continue to rise in popularity this year.

57.   But while investors who own mutual funds that mimic the stock indexes are enjoying big gains, many others are probably feeling left behind.

58.   But Zyuganov stood firm, predicting big gains for his party if new elections are called.

59.   By contrast, the Honda Motor Co. reported on Wednesday a big gain in quarterly profits, in part because of buoyant sales in the United States.

60.   By bringing the acquired branches closer to its own standards, Citigroup could reap big gains, Kraushaar said.