1.   As the American economy lurches from a breathtaking boom to what some fear may be a slump, the Fed is cutting interest rates with unusual zeal.

2.   As the economy lurches into the next century, a lot of companies and markets will get shaken up.

3.   As the American economy lurches from a breathtaking boom to what some fear may be slump, the Fed is cutting interest rates with unusual zeal.

4.   As the Argentine economy lurched toward collapse late last year, Dr. Maria Carmen de los Santos was worried for her country but felt secure about her own prospects.