Prosecutors failed to secure a conviction despite the arrest of three chief suspects, and two high court trials.

This conflict bridged internal tensions within the party and secured its continual existence despite the turmoil of the revolution.

Miller was able to secure a deal with Sugar Hill, despite the label's preference of acoustic acts.

Their goal, the lawyer has insisted over and over again, is to secure a fair trial, despite all the limitations.

Ms. Kludzuweit said it was important to her to secure this specific day for her wedding, despite the hassles.

Their single, 'I Need You' managed to secure a number one spot despite lack of promotions.

He struggled with injury during his short stay, meaning he never secured a place in the side, despite his obvious potential.

One of three men turned down the invitation and MacDonald failed to secure the candidature despite the strong support he had among Liberals.

Yang's time in Ottawa was dedicated to securing more foreign aid for his country, despite human rights abuses and Canadian concerns about corruption.

The accident was thought to be due to a failure to correctly tension the steel cables which secured the engine, despite warnings from Gerstenhauer.