The Iraqi official said Iraq had tried to use "diplomatic and other means of signaling our determination to have something done about the sanctions."

The move signaled the team's determination in shifting to a faster, more free-flowing playing style.

The board also signaled its determination to oppose any attempt to renew the bid.

It signaled the league's determination to deal with behavior problems that have tarnished its image.

He declined to state whether total meant that President Bush had signaled his determination to use military force.

Earlier in the day, commanders of the international forces here signaled their determination to proceed, perhaps with force if necessary, by taking an unusual step.

Today's debate, this legislation and the European aid it supports must signal our determination to avoid such tragic stories.

I also agree with you that all parties must now signal their determination to make this compromise succeed.

It also signals Eastern's determination to carry on with or without striking workers.

Despite the apparent rift, the House proposal signals the leadership's determination to move ahead with some kind of lobbying legislation.