In agreeing on a post-Soviet commonwealth, they recognized the reality of independence while preserving close relations.

He was however interested in preserving good relations between his ethnic group and the Hungarians.

It can "preserve good relations, particularly if the dispute involves neighbours or business contacts."

Meanwhile preserve good relations with aliens at all cost.

Preserve good relations with aliens at all cost.

They will also seek reconciliation (if needed), and preserve or restore harmonious relations.

Russia has hovered near the European position, but with options open to preserve relations with Washington.

Yet the Dhaka Government publicly professes "quiet diplomacy," to preserve at least civil relations between the two countries.

But before 9/11, preserving good relations with the Taliban took precedence.

Such a projection does not in general preserve causal relations.