area of influence
The term "area of influence" is widely used to describe regions where a person, organization, or country has significant control or impact.
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Definition
B2General
(formal)A region where a person, organization, or country has significant control or impact.
Example
- The company's area of influence extends across several major cities.
- The diplomat's area of influence includes multiple countries in the region.
C1Military
(technical)A geographical area where a commander can directly influence operations through maneuver or fire support.
Example
- The general's area of influence was crucial for the success of the mission.
B2Business
(formal)A spatial extent within which a business or institution has a significant impact or effect.
Example
- The retailer's area of influence covers the entire metropolitan area.
C1Politics
(formal)A sphere of activity where a country or political entity exerts control or authority.
Example
- The treaty defined the country's area of influence in the region.
Similar
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