That might be the reason why, in recent years, the majority of the bowlers with suspect actions are spinners, even though it would seem more obviously tempting for a fast bowler to throw, in order to gain extra speed.

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You upgrade the main operating system in your home so that you can gain greater functionality and speed and more features for your phone, PC, TV, etc.

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Wal-Mart Stores has been dealing with allegations that surfaced last April that it failed to notify law enforcement that company officials authorized millions of dollars in payments in Mexico to speed up getting building permits and gain other favors.

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Doctors would be able to use the data to gain a head start in treating and isolating outbreaks of infectious disease - an area where speed is crucial if death rates are to be minimised.

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