51.   Compared to its dot-com colleagues, eBay has had an easier time adapting to the Web.

52.   Columbus had an easier time finding the new world than the Yankees have had finding a fourth starter in their rotation.

53.   Cruz says she is having an easier time in San Leandro, which nonetheless has its problems with drugs, crime and racial tension.

54.   Democrat Kirk Watson of Austin, for example, likely would have an easier time running for attorney general against a Republican newcomer than against Cornyn.

55.   Designers have an easier time being noticed in Europe than here.

56.   Despite the gloom, some graduates will have an easier time finding work.

57.   Despite doubters like Sakanoshita, Ghosn is confident he will have an easier time selling the plan to Nissan than to outsiders.

58.   Dole acknowledged that he had an easier time dealing with the press when he was Senate majority leader and not running for president.

59.   Easier time?

60.   Even so, Republicans seem to be having an easier time generating excitement and interest.