However, as the campaign continued, the race greatly tightened.

The positive tone did not hold as the race tightened, however.

And because the race has tightened, both campaigns are expected to be fed by huge sums from their national parties.

But since the Democratic convention two weeks ago, the race has tightened considerably.

Before they returned, the races tightened their flight into a circle.

There were signs that the race was tightening during the week.

Strategists for Republicans have said they expect the race to tighten.

Today's race also tightened the competition between the top three drivers.

But there were several other measures also indicating that the the race was tightening.

But although she is still the underdog, the race has tightened considerably in the past two weeks.