51.   The failure of the Democratic Party of the Left to hold its position as the second electoral force was unprecedented in any post-war elections of comparable scope.

52.   From the beginning, however, his position as successor to Lee had been an uncomfortable one.

53.   While Kim retained his position as DLP executive chairman, Park Chul Un was removed from the Cabinet.

54.   Although no clear winner emerged from the debate, most commentators believed that Clinton had performed well enough to consolidate his position as the leading contender.

55.   Igor Kasatonov resigned from his position as commander of the Black Sea Fleet.

56.   She demonstrates her first admission of remorse and indicates she feels too guilty to enjoy her new position as queen.

57.   He was a dangerous individual, capable of anything if it seriously threatened his position as the leader of Russia.

58.   However, because of its history and position as the see of St Peter and the imperial city, Rome was without challenge or rival.

59.   The emperors, too, and their advisers badly needed legal texts to reinforce their position as rulers.

60.   It is a fine, Medieval bridge, guarded at each end and fortified as befitted its position as the sole river crossing and approach to the castle.