1.   Although he said he was not motivated by practical considerations, other legislators say he will have an easier time winning as a Democrat.

2.   Baxter said that if Intel is charged with using predatory practices to try to run its rivals out of business, the FTC will have a hard time winning.

3.   But if the Knicks do not do a better job on Smits, they will have a difficult time winning.

4.   But they also had a hard time winning.

5.   Despite winning five times last year, Woods dropped off after his victory at the Masters, when he became the first player to win four consecutive professional majors.

6.   He ran best there because it is his home turf and has a large concentration of powerful leaders who never forgave Carey for winning last time around.

7.   Lawyers who defend the insurance companies said the plaintiffs might have a hard time winning.

8.   Many analysts believe that the separatists have a good shot at winning next time.

9.   So focused are the Italians on winning next time that they are looking at every ngle.

10.   Stewart set a Cup rookie record by winning three times and finished fourth in points.