influence
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Example Sentences
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It reflects a generational shift in how political influence is wielded.
From Salon
A key figure in Iraq, Sistani's influence extends to millions of followers across the Muslim world.
From Barron's
A major influence on the Scouse accent is described as the influx of Irish and Welsh into the city when Liverpool began developing into a major port.
From BBC
Real influence lies within a smaller standing committee elected from congress delegates, which meets every couple of months.
From BBC
Using human neurons grown in the lab along with a gene-silencing tool called CRISPRi, the team systematically tested which genes influence tau buildup.
From Science Daily
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