Sentence examples for influence rather than from inspiring English sources

"We are a radio of influence, rather than a mass radio station," Venediktov said.

In Libya, paternal influence rather than ability ensured a more extensive career with leading Tripoli clubs.

"The priority has to be economic stability, and in Europe negotiating to build influence rather than lose influence".

She was clearly more muse than model: her influence rather than her image hovers over the page.

Instead, their haste to go first wound up lessening their influence, rather than giving them a louder voice.

But anime's relationship with the western mainstream was elusive – all about influence, rather than grabbing the headlines directly itself.

Mr Blair, in contrast, has always seen the politics of the euro as a question of influence rather than sovereignty.

And he was the first chef to resign from Gordon's dark, malevolent influence, rather than being fired.

These achievements are clear examples of where we as a charity have sought to influence rather than simply deliver.

It is a strategy pursued by many powerful nations as they strive to influence, rather than alienate, ideologically wayward but strategically important leaders and countries.

Troubles in the luxury goods industry are causing concern for London's designers, who rely on creative influence rather than financial clout.