The general left in quick step, followed by his aides.

It was two levels down that decisions were made, by aides to the top generals.

Both men, though surrounded by aides, are said to lead lives of emotional solitude.

This month, despite pressure by the Senator and his aides, the House killed the amendment.

The aforementioned directors of the various agencies were present, accompanied by their aides.

She disputed the claims by the Mayor's aides that many provisions had significant savings.

Then one or the other does something that is interpreted, at least by loyal aides, as yet another violation of the pledge.

As a result, despite pessimism by their aides, the leaders went out of their way to stress that all was not lost.

Today's announcement was the latest twist in a confusing series of tax positions by the Governor and his aides.

The only public statements that matter are those by Mr. Bush and his top aides.