How to use "influence" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "influence" in popular movie and book plots

  • This puts the plans and dreams of Rougon's friends in limbo, as they are counting on his political influence to win various personal favors.  - Son Excellence Eugène Rougon
  • Two new sets of customs have arisen which profoundly influence the story.  - Riders of the Purple Wage
  • At the match, Jerry and Laury express equal concern over the negative influence Rocky may be having on the gang.  - Angels with Dirty Faces
  • Kosti's influence encourages Larry to look toward things spiritual for his answers rather than in books.  - The Razor's Edge
  • Gradually, Louis bends under Lestat's influence and begins feeding from humans.  - Interview with the Vampire
  • He also learns that Lydecker was jealous of Laura's suitors, using his newspaper column and influence to keep them at bay.  - Laura (1944 film)
  • The Federation defeats the alien invaders but has sustained heavy casualties and its influence in the galaxy is considerably reduced.  - Blake's 7
  • Anna tries to dissuade him, but he is determined that her influence shall not rule, and he takes the whip himself.  - The King and I
  • Foundation was located on Terminus, out in the Periphery of the galaxy, where the Empire's influence was minimal.  - Foundation series
  • Seldon then gets Demerzel to admit he is a robot; Demerzel is in fact Daneel Olivaw, who can influence humans mentally.  - Prelude to Foundation
  • Otherwise, it is only able to influence the individual in subtle ways.  - Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
  • Thereafter Moiraine determines that Mat must travel to Tar Valon, the Aes Sedai's center of power, to overcome the influence of Shadar Logoth.  - The Eye of the World
  • Under the hedonist influence of Lord Henry, Dorian fully explores his sensuality.  - The Picture of Dorian Gray
  • He initially resists, but the increasing influence of the hotel proves too great.  - The Shining (novel)
  • His friend Sméagol fell under the Ring's influence and strangled Déagol to acquire it.  - The Lord of the Rings
  • Becoming concerned over the Shadows' growing influence among his people, Centauri ambassador Londo Mollari attempts to sever ties with them.  - Babylon 5

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