71.   Now, they were ready to improve the lot of those more or less well off.

72.   Once that happens, personal computer manufacturers like Dell and Compaq will increase production and purchases of computer chips, improving the lot of chip makers like Intel.

73.   Other home buyers say they hope their new homes will help their less fortunate neighbors improve their lot.

74.   Our kids have improved a lot.

75.   Psychologists are increasingly looking to religion for answers to questions about how to improve the lot of mankind, in terms fostering mental health and coping skills.

76.   Ruiz has said he supports groups that work to improve the lot of the Indians but does not back any armed organization.

77.   Rogers quickly realized that if he were to have any chance of improving his lot in life, then basketball was likely to be his ticket to success.

78.   Several workers said they thought that their country, newly democratic under the nonracial government of President Nelson Mandela, was working to improve the lot of miners.

79.   She really has improved a lot in the few years since I saw her in the world championships.

80.   Some longtime occupants said they want to believe the restoration will improve their lot.