He apparently commands far greater sums than his net worth would suggest.
The difference today, many dealers say, is that it's the successful artists - whose work commands dizzying sums-- who are defecting.
Coach, on the other hand, commands large sums of money from the university, the local television outlets, the global sneaker powers and who knows which third world governments?
The more famous coppers could command huge sums - 6,000 to 7,000 blankets.
They can command large sums of money.
This man had been a guildmaster, albeit briefly, and could command huge sums of money from any house in the city simply as a retainer fee for his services.
In short, if he does not at present hold the power to command substantial sums of money and influence, he is likely to do so soon.
Transfers command astronomical sums and the rights of minors are increasingly trampled upon.
Even original retail display materials now command staggering sums for the same reason, Mr. Tobias said.
Even Republicans express grudging admiration for Mr. Schumer's ability to command large sums of money.