11.   The militarism which had begun to take root in Europe during the eighteenth century was now steadily gaining strength.

12.   They were dangerous because they, these enormous living things, had gained the strength to kill people.

13.   And his apparent ability to gain strength as the fight progresses is both baffling and impressive.

14.   Analysts said the trend will likely turn around as the Mexican economy gains strength, increasing demand for U.S.-made goods.

15.   And the fact he seems to gain strength as a fight progresses is astounding and possibly unique.

16.   And the push to turn surplus company space into employee fitness centers is rapidly gaining strength, Fawcett said.

17.   And the argument by reformers that any limits must apply equally to both corporations and unions gained strength.

18.   And the home sales data from the California Association of Realtors is evidence the recovery is gaining strength.

19.   And while both have complementary skills, each has strengths gained at Cascade that carry over to Sycamore.

20.   Another indication that Bradley is gaining strength in Massachusetts is that the former senator also has increased his April lead over another GOP candidate, Elizabeth Dole.