Opponents accused her of raucous behavior, while even allies acknowledged a certain arrogance.

The United States and its allies acknowledge losing 15 planes.

As polls consistently showed the referendum heading for defeat, Mr. Riley and his allies acknowledged that they had lost the public opinion war.

Iraq has claimed the downing of more than 170 allied warplanes, while the allies have acknowledged losing 24.

Schrecker and her allies acknowledge that they are losing ground in the historical argument.

But even Mr. Brown's allies acknowledge he has failed to dispel the air of suspicion that surrounds his finances.

The United States and its allies have acknowledged losing 25 airplanes in the Persian Gulf war.

Mr. Fordice's political allies acknowledge that the Governor will face some tough questioning when he is healthier.

Germany, France and other allies acknowledged that more money should go to strengthening Bosnian police forces, but made no specific commitments.

His allies acknowledged that the reform package was half-baked; it does nothing, for example, to strengthen the weak laws against influence-peddling.