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influence

[in-floo-uhns] / ˈɪn flu əns /




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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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Page Six is still around and frequently breaks news on Trump-adjacent topics like his son Barron’s dating life or Trump’s marriage to Melania, but its influence has diminished in a post-monocultural era.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Despite their long influence on Hollywood, both have frequently appeared on lists of prominent Oscar nominees never to win a competitive Academy Award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The biggest sector throwing money to influence EU policy-makers?

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Kretinsky's influence at West Ham is expected to grow.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The want of his animating influence appeared to be peculiarly felt one day that he had been summoned to Millcote on business, and was not likely to return till late.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë




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