101.   Tennessee felt good about its linebackers and was confident that Al Wilson would make a smooth transition to middle linebacker.

102.   The appointments had been expected and virtually guarantee a smooth transition at the company.

103.   The appearance in the NCAA Tournament offered proof that Westphal made a smooth transition from professional to college coach, something that often proves difficult.

104.   The appointment of Luzzatto is, in part, meant to provide Clinton with a smooth transition.

105.   The Astros were shrewd and fortunate to retain most of the coaching staff that served Larry Dierker so well, assuring a reasonably smooth transition in spring training.

106.   The broadcasts suggest a smooth transition is under way, although it is taking place entirely in secret and many questions remain.

107.   The Chinese Government attached great significance to the smooth transition of the civil service, he said.

108.   The commanders say they support a smooth political transition but believe a military arm is needed to enforce it.

109.   The key to a smooth transition back, according to Stars coach Ken Hitchcock, is to get Turgeon emotionally connected.

110.   The main concern was for a smooth transition to a free-market system, with no unhappy surprises, Griffin said.