Adjective
His theories have become more influential in recent years.
My parents have been the most influential people in my life.
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As the platform nears its 15th anniversary, Instagram is launching a bold new campaign called ANYWAY—a global creative movement co-created with some of today’s most influential artists, including Tyler,The Creator, Rosalía, Fred Again.., Cole Bennett, Clint 419, Nadia Lee Cohen, and Slawn.—Bryanna Symone, Essence, 10 July 2025 But experience proved influential for some, even if a player hadn’t reached the league yet.—Jesse Granger, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Noun
On the right, Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist influential in MAGA circles, captured the mood from the base.—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025 But that’s not the only fix Richard Reeves suggests in his influential Of Boys and Men.—Joan C. Williams
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