1.   Friends of Ickes hoped his efforts would earn him a prestigious new post.

2.   That effort earned Boksic a roasting from Paul Ince, who had been screaming for the ball in a much better position.

3.   Although his efforts earned him a high profile in California among Jews and Christians, Parker decided to move to the Northeast for his remaining years.

4.   But that is what one enterprising couple are doing in a secluded valley in southern Ireland, and their efforts have earned them accolades from locals and foreigners alike.

5.   Her efforts earned the enmity of other real estate agents and her own neighbors, her sons said.

6.   His efforts earned him the top job when Dalrymple retired.

7.   His efforts earned him praise from his supporters as an effective legislator, and criticism from his detractors as a tax-spending liberal.

8.   His efforts have twice earned him the award for Outstanding Volunteer of the Year at Port St. Lucie High and three times at Manatee Elementary.

9.   His workmanlike efforts have earned him lavish praise in some quarters.

10.   Such efforts have earned him some praise.