1.   A strong merchant banking contribution was more than offset by losses on investment management and stockbroking and some heavy loan provisions.

2.   He has blamed the losses on computer errors.

3.   It was a fierce battle, and losses on both sides were heavy.

4.   It was a long and bitter struggle with great losses on both sides, causing a serious weakening of the imperial army.

5.   Like many corporations, Hewlett-Packard also guards against wild currency swings and huge losses on overseas deals by using cautious trading strategies.

6.   Tire companies therefore compensated for larger losses on tires sold to car makers by raising their Margins on retail sales.

7.   The team blamed its losses on a litany of injuries.