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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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Parsons has cited the videogame “Portal” as a major influence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy are typically prescribed at higher doses for obesity treatment than for diabetes management, and more research is needed to determine whether the same genetic factors influence weight loss outcomes.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Campaign finance records show she paid for 80 email blasts, mailers and other messages that sought to influence voters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

A common theory boils down to money and influence.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

He needed Tom White in Boston, using his influence where it had the most impact.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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