1.   But his constancy in the search for enlightenment increased his stature immeasurably.

2.   Even critics say that martyrdom, if it comes to that, may only increase his stature.

3.   He is never next to editors at cloying dinners or celebrated by the celebrity-sprinkled parties that increase stature.

4.   Later piloting records increased her stature.

5.   Not everyone was willing to say the Trojans needed a victory to increase their stature.

6.   So playing host to this tournament represents a major step for South Africa in its effort to increase its stature in the world athletic community.

7.   That combination, producing an immediate worldwide presence, would increase the stature of both Sprint and MCI WorldCom.

8.   The Bulls are well aware that Kemp and Payton would love to increase their stature even more by leading Seattle to an NBA title.

9.   The Kings reveled in beating the Coyotes in Phoenix during the weekend, and had a chance to increase their stature Thursday at Staples Center.