While even close advisers acknowledge that he does not control the military, they say he has made progress in building a free society.

Her advisers acknowledged that she would need big wins in the upcoming states to turn the race around.

But in frank moments, his advisers acknowledge that perception is more important than the reality.

Several advisers acknowledged that it was essentially unparalleled in modern American politics.

But Gorbachev's advisers acknowledge that introducing new technologies will put people out of work.

In discussing John, advisers may acknowledge that they would feel uncomfortable with the client, probably feeling censure.

But the President's road show, his advisers acknowledge, is not just a philosophical exercise.

Mr. Bush's top advisers acknowledge the risk they are taking, but say there is no choice.

Mr. Clinton's advisers acknowledge that their plan relies heavily on economic growth.

At the same time, the adviser acknowledged, she cannot wait too long to assemble a campaign operation.