1.   And those ratings improved.

2.   Apsell promptly ordered up more shows in those categories, and ratings improved.

3.   As the Clinton-Dole show wore on, its ratings improved somewhat.

4.   But its ratings did improve modestly.

5.   But she acknowledges that the ratings have improved from the early days.

6.   Even Smith conceded that ratings might not improve this year.

7.   Fujimori is behind in the polls, but in recent weeks his approval ratings have improved.

8.   His ratings have been improving, to the point where NBC contends that he has become a serious challenger to Letterman.

9.   His ratings have improved among all demographic groups.

10.   Nonetheless, prison officials say his disciplinary record is not signifi cant and his security rating has continuously improved.