The middle group has gained a little ground since 1996, but less than the others.

"Each company gave a little ground, and I think that's good for the industry."

Rogers lost a little ground with a second round 73.

The euro has lost a little ground, but remains high.

He has given a little ground but left himself in a stronger position.

This time Joe bounced off and gave a little ground.

One of them gave a little ground, then the other.

Every time I tried to make up a little ground, he ran faster.

And it's about time they were the ones who gave a little ground, too.

If it did, then they would have offered to give at least a little ground in response to our last note.