1.   Assad had pledged that, unlike those weak leaders who capitulated to Israel and the United States, he would uphold the dignity of Arab unity without compromise.

2.   Bush pledged on Monday to uphold the dignity of the presidency, raising his right hand in an oath-swearing flourish when questioned about his character.

3.   In a wide-ranging news conference on his maiden campaign trip, Bush pledged to uphold the dignity of the presidency if elected.

4.   He said Government departments, Ministers and officials had great influence on the development of and in upholding the dignity of Bahasa Melayu.

5.   Judge Abu Bakar Ahmad told the women they should uphold their dignity to be able to help the nation and society.

6.   Speaking on the occasion, Prof Amanullah called upon the physicians to uphold the dignity of their profession.

7.   They charged that national dignity should be upheld rather than bowing to international pressure.

8.   This was one of several pleas this week to uphold the dignity of the chamber, two of whose members came to blows in an angry exchange.