71.   But word has spread about Stephen and a fund-raising effort has taken root.

72.   By the end of the summer, word had spread that Jordan looked razor sharp.

73.   By Tuesday, word had spread throughout the team that Isringhausen was undergoing tests, and some began asking Manager Bobby Valentine about the results.

74.   By noon the word had spread, and moviegoers wandered the streets or congregated with friends to discuss the events reported on television.

75.   Carmel said she hopes membership will grow as word spreads about the new group.

76.   By the next day the word has spread and a throng has gathered around the grave.

77.   Consider, for example, what will happen if word spreads that the city is taking children from homeless mothers in need of shelter.

78.   During the second half, word had spread that a miracle was in the happening.

79.   Early Sunday morning, word spread like fresh air that rescue workers could hear tapping from that hell below.

80.   Even at the beginning of the season, when word spread that Hart had a quarterback destined for greatness, Boller remained low key.