"They accepted Christianity because they can increase their economic and social standing while alive."
The faculty is committed to increasing its standing in national and international research.
Douglas' military achievements inevitably increased his political standing still further.
His taking her to wife would increase her standing among the Patryns.
But the effect has been to increase his standing among Palestinians.
For Tokyo the mission is much more about increasing its international standing.
They are in a constant struggle to increase their social standing.
The evidence suggests that over one million women in India have increased their social standing as a result of trade openings.
A court position would have increased her social standing, but more importantly she gained a greater experience to write about.
Such an easy victory could only increase their standing in Laazia's circle.
