Example Sentences

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Her party has exercised major influence in a fragmented Congress that has helped topple several presidents.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

LeBron James is set to play in a record 23rd NBA season after his agent said the 40-year-old has exercised an option to extend his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2025

Despite aggressive litigation by attorneys denying wrongdoing, over time the U.S. legal community has exercised the oversight needed to hold most of them accountable for misusing U.S. courts.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2024

Sibarium insinuates that Lucero has exercised undue influence over residency acceptances.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

Of course it has exercised a considerable influence, but that influence has been chiefly indirect.

From The Book Of God In The Light Of The Higher Criticism by Foote, G. W. (George William)