71.   To survive, Shevardnadze was forced to swallow his pride and seek closer relations with Russia, drawing sharp fire from the nationalist right.

72.   North Korea swallowed its pride last year to appeal for food aid from other countries following years of poor harvests brought on by drought and then severe flooding.

73.   The birds were forced to swallow their pride and adopt celibacy after a number of female companions fell prey to foxes.