21.   A big jump in the prices paid index, which is seen as a harbinger of inflation, might have signaled rising interest rates.

22.   A big jump in the prices paid index, which is seen as a harbinger of inflation, could signal rising interest rates.

23.   A big jump in jobs could prompt the Fed to increase borrowing costs in July to slow growth and ward off inflation, investors said.

24.   A further big jump is unlikely.

25.   A slight breeze favored the jumpers, but Beamon was not sure he could hit a big jump in the muggy conditions.

26.   Both IBES and First Call are expecting big jumps in earnings in the third and fourth quarters.

27.   Builders probably started fewer new houses in March, following a big jump in February when unusually warm weather permitted an early start for many construction projects.

28.   But analysts said the report did not detract from the overall strong economic picture, given a big jump in durable goods in August.

29.   But a big jump in gas prices and the resulting ripple effect on the national economy could have a much more dramatic impact in the general election.

30.   But despite a big jump on competitors, RealNetworks faces plenty of competition before it can become king of the Internet airwaves.