21.   Finn argues that schools can improve only by hiring graduates with degrees in academic subjects.

22.   He believes Colt will be in good shape if it can approach break-even cash flow and market conditions improve by then.

23.   He has improved by subtracting.

24.   He has to improve by a quantum leap, but there are six or seven other Derby horses in the same category.

25.   He improved by making subtle refinements.

26.   He then improved by running third in the Peter Pan at Belmont, his Belmont Stakes prep.

27.   He thinks the freedom from pain should allow Rick to improve by dozens of lengths.

28.   His chief liability is deep coverage, although he has improved by sometimes conceding a couple yards.

29.   His vision was a little blurry, but improving by the minute.

30.   His off-camera acting had really improved by the end of the shoot.