Northern forces were losing a major battle there.

VOA: special.2009.07.26

Duvall recently waged a successful battle against prostate cancer, but faced the prospect of losing his health insurance when he lost his job.

VOA: standard.2009.07.31

Separately,there were signs Friday Japan is losing its battle against domestic deflation.

VOA: standard.2009.11.27

The president will attempt to regain the initiative in the battle for health care reform after losing ground last month in public opinion polls and in some angry town hall forums where his plan was heavily criticized.

VOA: standard.2009.09.04