He became seriously ill on the journey, although a temporary improvement allowed the couple to enjoy the holiday together.

Each time the British army turned to fight, the discipline of the troops showed a marked - but temporary - improvement.

But it's at least a temporary improvement; I'll buy that,' she said.

This approach provides only temporary improvement and is rarely used.

Little change in their beliefs was recorded, although one showed temporary improvement.

Even a temporary improvement in the market's tone seemed unlikely as the new year began.

Alterations in diet may provide temporary improvement but will not alter the course of the disease.

As the project will last for so many years, temporary improvements are constantly being made to the estate.

As a result of that, there was a slight temporary improvement.

It is to be hoped that this was not just a temporary improvement in the final year of the previous financial framework.