Sentences with phrase «high command for»

The Liam Fox affair has reached the Conservative party's high command for the first time after it was confirmed that its leading fundraiser introduced donors to the former defence secretary, who then introduced them to his best man, Adam Werritty.

Not exact matches

But first movers can command the higher margins associated with new, novel, and often scarce products (for a period of time) and this lets you build up cash reserves for the future price battles to come.

In turn, the competitive pressures generated by the increased demand for labour will bid up wages, to the point where the extra revenues generated by hiring an additional worker are completely offset by the higher wages that this worker can command.

These run from discount clubs with memberships as low as $ 9.99 a month to high - end boutique studio sessions commanding over $ 50 for 45 minutes.

Getting referrals on the most creditworthy borrowers, those with high incomes and 800 credit scores, and the most likely candidates to qualify for the mortgage, also commands a premium.

Judge Ben Singer made clear that he did not think justice had been served yet, indicating that ultimate responsibility for the fraud lay higher up the VW chain of command.

The trucks commanded higher prices, too: They sold for an average of $ 49,552 in 2017, up more than $ 6,000 since 2014, according to Edmunds.com.

(1) The theory of the case: According to the complaint, Time Warner commands a high price for Turner's very popular networks (TNT, TBS, CNN, and the Cartoon Network).

Although it commands just 15 per cent of the smartphone market, compared to more than 80 per cent for devices running Google's Android software, the company is responsible for more than half the profits earned by smartphone manufacturers worldwide (some estimates now put the number as high as 93 %).

The ability to command higher prices is a hard fought win for Coach, which only a few years ago fell into the same retail discount trap that has plagued countless brands and stores.

«That's good news for workers because they can command higher compensation, but many small business owners aren't yet confident enough to raise prices to offset the higher labor costs,» Dunkelberg said.

Models who manage to become household names command high rates for their work.

More affluent users with more buying power in markets like the US, UK, and Canada command higher ad prices, effectively subsidizing the social network for those in developing nations where ad rates are lower.

Sky - high valuations Going into 2014, 3D printing stocks likely commanded difficult - to - justify valuations, making it hard for many investors to believe they were underpriced relative to their market opportunity.

For example, Apple's branding commands higher prices for its producFor example, Apple's branding commands higher prices for its producfor its products.

Two hundred dollars is a considerable commitment for four light bulbs, but Philips is looking to entice people into a high - end smart home lighting experience that includes bulbs that not only dim on command, but can also «bathe your home in millions of colors.»

«Indeed, the LORD who commands armies has planned a day of judgmen for all the high and mighty for all who are proud — they will be humiliated» Isaiah 2:12

«Indeed, the LORD who commands armies has planned a day of judgment for all the high and mighty for all who are proud of their penis — they will be humiliated with ED» Isaiah 2:12

It makes sense for the U.S. to use its scarce natural and human resources to manufacture airplanes, high - end computer chips and advanced software — products that command better prices than do less complex things like shoes or textiles.

Indirect responsibility for the My Lai killing of 347 civilians was not borne by anyone — from the high - ranking officials who learned of the massacre and took no punitive action to Captain Ernest Medina, Lieutenant William Calley's commanding officer.

Dreams, for example, were given a high place as media of divine revelation; (Genesis 20:3; 26:24 - 25; 28:10 - 16; 31:24; 37:5; 41:1; 46:1 - 4; Judges 7:13 - 15; I Kings 3:5 - 15 etc.) omens were trusted, such as the first word to be uttered at an expected meeting, (I Samuel 14:8 - 15) or a chance action regarded as a sign, (Genesis 24:12 - 14) or wind in the mulberry - trees taken as Yahweh's command to join battle; (II Samuel 5:22 - 24) and, in general, dealing with the superhuman world suggested nothing so simple and spiritual as private communion in prayer, but rather a whole array of magical techniques and, from the modern point of view, incredible superstitions.

Then the king said to the wise men who understood the times (for this was the king's manner toward all who knew law and justice, those closest to him being Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media, who had access to the king's presence, and who ranked highest in the kingdom): «What shall we do to Queen Vashti, according to law, because she did not obey the command of King Ahasuerus brought to her by the eunuchs?»

It follows that the highest command can no longer be the attainment of individual salvation — as Pali Buddhism formulates the goal of its way of life — but rather the imitation of the Buddha, who in turn is understood to be not merely a model for the attainment of one's own salvation, in the Hinayanist autosoteriological sense, but a universal world savior.

That question, at least for the present phase of the struggle, has been answered for us by the High Command.

There has been no revelation from on high: the moral requirements of Christianity are not divine commands, but human constructs generated from epigenetic rules for the purpose of securing survival and reproduction.

In other words, since God's standard of righteousness is too high for us to realistically follow, we can lower the standard by picking which commands and rules to obey.

But when strong and humble hearts make that discovery and look to the Christ - child for their liberation, they will hear creation's imbongis sing as the psalmist commanded, «Glory to God in highest heaven, and on earth peace.

Obeying the commands prohibiting stealing and slander upholds the integrity of others and shows God's high regard for us in giving such commands.

With this information, the warden no doubt recalled the announcement of the little fortune teller before her gift of divination had been taken from her: «These men are the servants of the most high God» (16:17), for he commanded a light and went to Paul and Silas and asked them what he must do to be saved.

I share Father Berrigan's repugnance toward those in high intellectual and religious places who apologize for or ignore gross historical evil, and I have insisted that Auschwitz bears a commandment to Jews also not to destroy their fellow human beings, that the necessity for Jewish survival, illuminated and commanded by the Holocaust, can not justify the principle that it is better to do than to suffer injustice — that this goes completely counter to the spirit and teaching of the Jewish religio - ethical tradition.

Determined to start a successful business and help cultivate a better way of life for conventional essential oil farmers in disadvantaged Indian villages, Mudar began the enormous task of organizing these laborers and directing them toward a more profitable agricultural pursuit: growing certified organic plants, which by their very nature command higher prices than their conventionally grown counterparts.

Such a higher value perception has placed many offerings firmly in the arena of gourmet products, as consumers look to store - bought foods and beverages for high - quality options, but without the higher prices these items would command in foodservice.

However, for brands operating in the middle, the signs are clear, commanding a higher price, or making it taste, look or feel better may be less about modifying your product and more about taking a fresh look at your packaging.»

Both players will cost over # 30m apiece, with Aubameyang naturally commanding a much higher fee, and despite their differing current standing in European football, both will be seen as important pieces for their prospective managers.

Second, despite Ronaldo having reached the age landmark of 30, he would still command a transfer fee of around # 87m — given he has three - years remaining on his Santiago Bernabeu deal, and is expected to continue playing at the highest level for between five and seven years.

Your choice list of Kondogbia, Carvalho, Schneiderlin and Khedira is one that I truly agree with (and for some reason I feel like we might / should end up getting Khedira - with his high level experience and commanding style of play, even though some don't fancy him much because of his RECENT injury record).

Real Madrid have won the champions league more times than we have even been in a final, Benzema will command a high fee and wages when and if he goes, there is a scramble already to purchase this player, I don't see anyone knocking on our door for OG and that's because despite the fact that he has improved and I like him as a player he is NOT as good a CF as Benzema.

Although Mkhitaryan only has a year left on his deal, i expect that Dortmund will still command a reasonably high fee for their attacking star, as the previous case of Robert Lewandowski proved.

Mignolet has made a number of high profile errors this season and has also been criticised in the media for his lack of command over his defence — a back line that has been shaky without the added concern of a lack of faith in an underperforming goalkeeper.

Koscielny has gone from rags to riches at Arsenal, growing from the unknown to one of the best centre backs in the league and despite now having entered his 30's, Koscielny would certainly command quite a high price for his services.

As well as apparently cooling their interest in Salah, there are also suggestions that Real Madrid won't make a move for Tottenham hitman Harry Kane, again because he would command such a high transfer fee.

Portuguese clubs will often command high fees for their players who hold bright futures, and it's likely he would not be allowed to leave Lisbon for at least # 12 - 18 million.

As well as being based on my opinion that he is a better player, it also takes into account the fact that the Toure would command a far higher transfer fee and that he is due to head to the African Cup of Nations for a couple of months at the start of 2010.

While Ki has been in fine form for the Swans, it is not thought that he would command as high a fee as the likes of Morgan Schneiderlin and Geoffrey Kondogbia.

Ronaldo has experienced a minor drop in performance levels since the start of the season, and any move for Neymar is likely to coincide with the exit of the Portugal international, who commands the highest wage package at the European champions.

The midfielder was signed for a record # 15.8 m from Porto, but will command a significantly higher fee in his next move.

For a great selection of retro toys visit The Vermont Country Store and original vintage toys command high prices on eBay, but you never know what you might find at a garage or estate sale.

Hourly rates for a babysitter varies depending on where you live, how long the service is required, whether there is one or multiple children to care for, your age, and also the time of year (special occasions typically command higher rates).

As a politically active feminist and a mother myself, I believe her time and ability to command editorial space in The Wall Street Journal would be far better spent opining about things like the need for better family leave and health care policies, improved access to birth control and higher education and affordable child care for working mothers rather than whether Angelina Jolie plans to adopt again or how long my friends plan to breastfeed their babies.

Fee for Gestational Surrogate (experienced GSs and / or GS with surrogacy - friendly insurance may command higher compensation) $ 40,000 - $ 55,000