counterinfluence

noun

Definition of counterinfluencenext
as in influence

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  1. influence
  2. leverage
  3. in
  4. credit
  5. sway
  6. pull
Noun
  • Cities, with their density, innovation hubs, and economic influence, have the unique potential to lead the world into a sustainable future.
    Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • With the paddock now becoming the next red carpet similar to the NBA’s tunnel walk, Guanyu said that Formula 1 had never been on that level of cultural impact or influence before Lewis.
    Kanika Talwar, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of influence
Noun
  • During Lutnick’s 20-minute talk, the burly, balding 63-year-old made an impassioned defense of Tether, a cryptocurrency attached to the U.S. dollar, and announced the launch of an initial $2 billion financing business to provide leverage to Bitcoin investors.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The removal of both Hamas and Hezbollah from the military balance in the Middle East will remove a critical piece of Tehran’s leverage, leaving Iran with fewer ways to hold Israelis at risk and deter them from taking offensive action.
    Carrie A. Lee, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of leverage
Noun
  • With a bedroom, office, washing machine, and balcony, this Paris apartment is ready for move-in.
    Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2024
  • Houston started out last season 0-3 before righting the ship, eventually threatening to make the play-in.
    Rahat Huq, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Definition of in
Noun
  • The project has attached cinematographer Amal Sudhakaran, whose work has appeared on Netflix, Amazon, and Discovery, with one credit gaining Emmy recognition.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Specifically, the task force recommends lawmakers introduce bills that achieve these ends: Some kind of property tax credit for seniors over 65.
    Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of credit
Noun
  • But in 2024, the state's 17 electoral college votes don't hold the same sway.
    Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
  • The absence of any significant, widespread problems has not stopped Trump, the Republican nominee, or the RNC, which is now under his sway, from making numerous claims of fraud or election interference during the early voting period, a possible prelude to challenges after Election Day.
    Chris Morris, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of sway
Noun
  • Lake’s relatively weak pull with Trump voters in Arizona stands out compared to his two prior presidential runs.
    Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 7 Nov. 2024
  • That pull of the past becomes overwhelming in the Peruvian jungle, Paddington is able to trace his roots for the first time.
    Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of pull
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