be influenced

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They can be influenced by a variety of things — such as the outlook for the U.S. economy and inflation, expectations for the path of interest rates, and rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

"These were fascinating examples to witness because they showed how dreamers can follow instructions, and dreams can be influenced by sounds during sleep, even without lucidity."

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

“It is hard to be around Stan and not be influenced by him,” said Buzz Burlock, who worked at Druckenmiller’s hedge fund.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

The company’s increased capital expenditure may be influenced by a U.S.-Taiwan trade deal requiring $250 billion in U.S. semiconductor investment.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

“Don’t you think I can read Trotsky and not be influenced to follow him?”

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright