But in the late 1870's his fortunes reversed like a train rolling backward down a mountain, and he never really found the brake.

This time, after fickle fortune had reversed herself several times, Adrian eventually won all the small coins.

Since 1994, the fortunes of the teams have reversed,with Oregon winning 14 of 18 contests.

Sun's fortunes have reversed sharply since the boom years.

So how did the show's fortunes reverse, becoming a rare word-of-mouth hit?

Sectors that had thrived while technology suffered saw their fortunes reverse yesterday.

But when the British declared slavery illegal in the mid-19th century, the sultanate's fortunes reversed.

How their fortunes have reversed in a matter of weeks.

Or the issuer's fortunes could reverse, jeopardizing its ability to pay you back.

During the same period, the fortunes of companies that sell electricity on the wholesale market have reversed.