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influence

Pronunciation: [/ˈɪn.flu.əns/]

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influence: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use influence in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “power”

(noun) the power to have an effect on someone or something. Influence is when you can make people or things behave or think in a certain way.

Example

Her positive influence helped her friend become more confident.

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The negative influence of peer pressure led him to make poor choices.

Example

How can a mentor's influence impact a person's life?

Context: “change behavior”

(verb) to have an effect on someone's behavior or decisions. Influence is when you can convince or persuade others to do things.

Example

The teacher's words influenced the students to work hard on their projects.

Example

He refused to let peer pressure influence his choice.

Example

Can a song influence someone's mood?

How to pronounce influence

Pronunciation: [/ˈɪn.flu.əns/]

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