The change is far grimmer in the areas where the American presence has increased the most.

The workers' presence increased the winter population from the usual 27 or 28 to 41.

The American presence also increased from 162,000 to 318,000.

The large military presence on both sides increases the risk of a conflict starting by accident.

Their presence increased during the gold rush of the 16th century.

As a result of these efforts, the organization's budget, staff and presence in Washington greatly increased.

"His presence would have increased the status of the opening."

The presence of the Hasidim increased the need for goods and services in the town.

The presence of women in international political life has increased.

Besides, he says, the presence of the other stores increases everyone's business.