great dignity

collocation in English

meaningsofgreatanddignity

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great
adjective
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/ɡreɪt/us
/ɡreɪt/
large in amount, size, ...
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dignity
noun[U]
uk
/ˈdɪɡ.nə.ti/us
/ˈdɪɡ.ə.t̬i/
calm, serious, and controlled behaviour that makes people ...
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(Definition ofgreatanddignityfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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The combination of detailing, materials, and form produces rooms ofgreatdignity, which is a necessary condition for the individuality of the home.
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There isgreatdignityin their behaviour in an impossible situation.
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No doubt, the broadcasting authorities would handle it withgreatdignity.
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He acted, as we all agree, withgreatdignityand forbearance throughout.
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We commend our troops most highly for thegreatdignityand honour with which they have carried out a most arduous task in difficult conditions.
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From time to time various prominent people have occupied the office and addedgreatdignityto it with great effect.
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She is a young, attractive woman ofgreatdignity.
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In the difficult matter of the cuts in 1931, they behaved withgreatdignityand public spirit.
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I am certain that he will occupy that position withgreatdignityand honour.
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He passed his self-imposed exile without bitterness and withgreatdignity.
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We have the capacity to speak withgreatdignityand with very fine words.
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They lacked those most basic rights, but they hadgreatdignity.
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I thought that all the interests represented presented their case withgreatdignityand force.
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It was persuasive, perceptive, understanding, born of considerable personal experience and made withgreatdignity.
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The reality is that, most of the time, this place behaves withgreatdignityand honour.
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The families have presented their case withgreatdignity, clarity and purpose, and have acted throughout with the utmost good faith.
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We do not pretend to anygreatdignity.
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He maintained it withgreatdignityand with distinction.
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But now the ambulance men are fighting back, and withgreatdignity.
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They lendgreatdignityand colour to the court.
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