11.   Like a seasoned diplomat, Strub went to work.

12.   On Sunday, U.S. Ambassador Madeleine Albright repeated that Washington will veto the re-election of the seasoned Egyptian diplomat if necessary.

13.   Russian President Boris Yeltsin on Tuesday appointed a new press secretary, trading a television journalist for a seasoned diplomat.

14.   The United Nations is known for its marathon talkfests that can put even the most seasoned diplomats to sleep.

15.   A seasoned diplomat, Pickering was seen as the plausible choice, combining a knowledge of foreign affairs and good relations with Congress.