1.   But the company in fact surpassed that goal Tuesday by becoming profitable on a net basis, which takes all expenses into account.

2.   By all measures, the House GOP has had a spectacular start, surpassing its goal of bringing big bills to the floor.

3.   Fourtou said Rhone-Poulenc will likely surpass that goal.

4.   If the doctors surpass their goal, they receive annual bonuses, and if they do not, their pay is cut.

5.   In fact, the bank and the fund relaxed some requirements and eliminated a few hurdles to meet and then surpass the goal, bank officials have said.

6.   On the other hand, tobacco companies could receive incentives for meeting or surpassing goals.

7.   The incentive will have little impact unless all people who surpass their goals get at least some meaningful reward, Hadlow said.

8.   There is every indication that the goal will be surpassed, as millions have become avid players.

9.   Germany, which took on a hefty supply of arms when it united with communist East Germany, has surpassed the goal.