The party sought a stronger presence for the Christian cultural foundation in politics.

At the time, many of the great financial houses of the world rushed to seek a presence in the City.

U S West had sought a national presence, but found the effort too costly.

S.A.S. is seeking a global presence in the increasingly concentrated airline industry.

The favorable reaction is sure to pave the way for other Americans seeking a presence in the international fashion business.

Potential buyers include the News Corporation, which sought a presence in the sports-publishing field four years ago but did not start a planned project.

American Universities have also sought a presence in China.

That is one reason more publishers are seeking a presence in mass-market books.

Much of the deal-making in recent transactions, however, involves several large investment groups seeking a larger presence in Houston.

Companies may also seek a presence in more states so that any cutbacks to a Medicaid program in one state will have less of an impact.