His returns provided the Giants with good field position and helped propel their offense into the end zone on several occasions.

"This is my area of expertise," she said, explaining the career fulfillment her return provides.

"A return of inspectors would provide no assurance whatsoever."

The return provides cash or an exchange for more desirable items.

This rescue could also, ultimately, provide the fund with a 30 percent annual return on its investment.

"We have enough talent to beat a lot of teams," said the guard, whose return from reconstructive knee surgery has provided a major difference.

They take up almost no room and in return provide very useful odor and mess control while out in public.

But whether Mr. Baker's return would provide redemption may not be that simple.

Perhaps most important, Van Horn's return could provide a needed psychological lift.

In both these cases, learning-by-doing and increasing returns provide an engine for long run growth.