41.   The back has been a recurring problem for Gil this spring, and he underwent tests, including X-rays, Thursday.

42.   The fastball Burkett threw Caminiti signified a recurring problem.

43.   The Giants certainly hope so because Thomas Lewis, the starting split end, could not finish practice Thursday and sat out practice Friday because of recurring back problems.

44.   This, too, could be a recurring problem for the Giants because both Garnes and Thomas are strong against the run and less skilled in pass coverage.

45.   This is reportedly a recurring problem for many athletes of the former Soviet states who are headed to the playing fields of America.

46.   Two recurring problems are slow starts and free-throw shooting.

47.   Villagers said the army failed to heed warnings about the impending rebel attack, a recurring problem.

48.   What can I do about what I think is a recurring problem?

49.   Why not just tell your date about your recurring problems with head lice -- preferably over dinner -- and get the relationship over with?

50.   With R.J. Powell deciding to redshirt this season after experiencing recurring back problems, Pepperdine was left with only eight players on its active roster.