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influence

[in-floo-uhns] / ˈɪn flu əns /




Usage

What are other ways to say influence? Influence is a personal and unofficial power derived from deference of others to one's character, ability, or station; it may be exerted unconsciously or may operate through persuasion: to have influence over one's friends. Authority is a power or right, usually because of rank or office, to issue commands and to punish for violations: to have authority over subordinates. Control is either power or influence applied to the complete and successful direction or manipulation of persons or things: to be in control of a project. 

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Until recently, scientists had only limited insight into how changes in their structure influence their electronic and optical behavior across the many possible materials in this family.

From Science Daily

To illustrate some of the arguments, we have spoken with two women who have been confronted with their own mortality and want to influence the debate in fundamentally different ways.

From BBC

During these phases, the information the cells gather about their surroundings influences how they move and spread.

From Science Daily

According to the researchers, these measures overlook important aspects of the experience, including how the technology influences people's thoughts, emotions, and willingness to explore new ideas.

From Science Daily

But there's another factor that has become particularly notable in recent months: the influence of America.

From BBC