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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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In this way, they tricked X’s recommendation algorithm into amplifying exposure to their posts and accumulated significant numbers of followers and influence.

From Salon

A new study from neuroscientists at Northwestern University shows that it is possible to influence what people dream about.

From Science Daily

Supporters argue that whether addressing childhood autism and asthma, managing cognitive decline in older adults, or regulating microplastics, pesticides, and food colorants, research must focus on understanding how combined exposures influence health outcomes.

From Science Daily

In addition, certain enzymes act like regulators, directing how glucose moves through metabolic pathways and influencing how efficiently energy is produced.

From Science Daily

Its romantic connotations, however, were believed to have been influenced by the dining culture of the early 1900s.

From Salon