The Weekly Standard has not achieved influence by cuddling up the administration.

Although the paper heavily relies on celebrity gossip it also achieved considerable political influence.

He did not achieve influence by his status in the Roman world.

The group also uses a variety of grass roots tactics to achieve political influence.

And neither does a system that allows an anything-but-eccentric individual, corporation or union to achieve similar influence by a large check.

The group was well regarded as an exemplar of 1990s indie rock although they never achieved great success or influence.

Because it had no substantial military, it was unable to achieve religious or political influence.

In the 18th century, the guilds were achieving ever greater influence in the town.

But they seldom if ever achieve lasting influence or respect within their parties.

It remained under his control until his death, achieving remarkable popularity and influence.