Certain apps won't download or update

Why is it that a handful of apps that i have downloaded (angry birds, for example) won't update? it gives me that little error notification and says "Update unsuccessful" thanks for your help!

I would like to thank the community for your suggestions.  I would like to also recommend that you clear the Cache on your phone.  This will sometimes help resolve problems associated with processing updates. 
http://support.vzw.com/clc/devices/index.html?p=5369&m=
Manage & restore apps 
Find it: Menu > Settings > Applications 
> Manage applications 
Touch an app in the list, then touch Uninstall (for apps 
you downloaded), Clear cache, or other options. 
To reinstall any downloaded items, touch Launcher 
icon > Market > My downloads.

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