31.   The Internet is becoming the distributor of choice for software developers, who are increasingly trying to entice customers to buy online rather than in stores.

32.   The sluggish Christmas capped a year-long battle by retailers, especially those selling clothes, to entice customers back into their shops.

33.   These two federal agencies created phony magazine outlets, polling groups and organizations in order to entice porn customers.

34.   Two big supermarket chains, Kroger and Publix, are both offering the preferred parking to entice customers in Atlanta.

35.   Free food, drinks and cigarettes to entice customers are prohibited, as are free shuttle services to casinos, Canbeyli said.

36.   The heavy markdowns merchants needed to entice customers into the stores hurt profits for many.