For years, they were close political allies and friends.

He wrote many letters to Napoleon, and the two became close allies.

Even his close allies were not prepared to support such a drastic step.

It is clear that the two men have a lot of convincing to do, even among close allies.

The result is that poverty and retirement are usually close allies.

"I don't think the President would ever agree," said a close ally of both men.

Britain's main source of financing was a close political ally.

Candidates typically select people who are close political allies or even family members.

But even some close allies suggest that this is a period of strain.

Australia has been a close ally of Washington for decades.