That status gives China the same low tariffs for its exports enjoyed by most other countries.

Its status as a political centre gave it some stability during periods of economic uncertainty.

This special status gave Aceh control on religion, custom law and education.

Schofield's status as an everyday player gave him the edge.

That status has given owners great freedom to conduct business as they saw fit.

Such status would give the tribe the right to negotiate gambling deals with the state.

This status gives the user "the ability to share in ad revenue".

And their status as artists, he said, should not give them any more license to make a point that could have dangerous implications.

It seems that these men feel that their status gives them the "right" to do as they please.

In a constitutional democracy, there are individuals whose status or office gives them the automatic right to be heard.