61.   The Pentagon carefully studied those mistakes and has vastly improved its ability to coordinate such operations, the officer said.

62.   The panel did find that BiDil had some effect in improving the ability of weak hearts to pump blood.

63.   The problem arose as the agency sought to improve its ability to enforce a ban on gun sales to nonimmigrant visitors in this country.

64.   The rewards of consistent exercise include feeling good about your accomplishments and improving your ability.

65.   Two studies in the current Journal of the American Medical Association showed gabapentin reduced pain in such patients and improved their ability to sleep and carry out daily activities.

66.   Wells said one appeal of e-learning was improving the ability to measure what employees have learned by offering Web-based quizzes during the course.

67.   We are using computers, pagers, cell phones, faxes and other devices to improve our ability to connect with each other.

68.   Zane found that reassuring patients, helping them understand their reactions and focusing on manageable tasks improved their ability to maneuver.

69.   Other studies have shown that aerobic activity improves the ability of patients to perform activities of daily life, and trains them to go farther without feeling pain.

70.   After nearly five years teaching in Chicago public schools, she wanted to improve her ability to nurture kids from diverse cultures.