influence
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The US leader's influence could be less clear-cut this time around, however.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
In mice, Compound 10 also appeared to improve heart function and influence aging-related changes.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
The alarm about “60 Minutes” is a quaint throwback to an era when it exercised an outsize influence on the minds of the American public.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Nearly a decade on, Slade's influence on Saturday's 32-12 victory, which clinched a play-off spot for the Chiefs at Sarries' expense, was still key.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Low-pitched instruments such as drums impact the body with vibration and rhythm that influence body rhythms and movement, whereas higher-pitched frequencies such as flute and voice demand more attention and focus.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
Vocabulary lists containing influence
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham
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