influencing

verb
  1. 1

    To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.

    โ€œI must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life.โ€

  2. 2

    To exert, make use of one's influence.

  3. 3

    To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.

noun
  1. 1

    Influence

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