Can't delete files in XP

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I'm trying to delete two psd files in my Recycle Bin, but when I hit either
delete or "Empty Recycle Bin", I get the following error message:

"Error Deleting File or Folder

Cannot delete Dc3 (or Dc2): It is being used by another person or program.

Close any programs that might be using the file and try again."

A couple of things:
a) the files that I can't delete aren't named "Dc3" or "Dc2". They are named
"application back.psd" and "application.psd"
b) I've tried going into the task manager and systematically shut down every
non-essential program, and then delete them. No such luck.

I though of trying to boot in Safe-mode, and then delete them, but I haven't
done that yet. Any other suggestions?

I'm running a Dell Dimension 4400, Windows XP, 640 megs RAM
 
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