41.   Not all stores reported improved results, however.

42.   Only expansion-hungry WorldCom Inc. will turn in improved results, reporting a profit compared with a pro-forma loss.

43.   Perhaps the new scheme would have improved results.

44.   Profit is set to rise for the year on improved results both in underwriting and investments.

45.   Rather, improved results have come from store owners getting rid of older merchandise, shutting down unprofitable stores and running leaner operations.

46.   Such high marks tend to lead to improved results and higher stock prices.

47.   The Americans posted improved results in the afternoon four-ball competition, but their efforts were not enough to tilt matches in favor of the home team.

48.   The company also reported improved results in its information services group, which consults companies on what types of computer systems and networks they need.

49.   The company showed improved results in virtually every part of its business.

50.   The improved results were in line with the expectations of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research.