influence
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Example Sentences
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Wiles, though, was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and while she has remained in her role, her influence may not be quite as forceful as it once was.
From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026
Despite this, Traoré has gained a huge following across the continent for his pan-Africanist vision and criticism of Western influence.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Analysts say the claims were unfounded and he acted out of anxiety about the armed forces' waning influence.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Alongside the experimental work, the researchers developed mathematical models to better understand how different factors influence frying.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
As for the Incorrigibles’ desire to join in the knitting: at first Lady Constance protested, for she still held strong opinions about what a bad influence the wolf children would be on her own child.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
