bear on

verb

1. to be relevant to; relate to
2. to be burdensome to or afflict

   his misdeeds bore heavily on his conscience

Example Sentences

In the end, the votes of Richardson and George’s past lovers had little bearing on why and how their relationships with Davis and Prashad imploded.

From Salon

Morrissey tried to argue the judge’s actions were too severe because the rounds had no bearing on Baldwin’s case.

From Los Angeles Times

Baier pleased Trump and his base while fumbling the opportunity to venture beyond culture war claptrap to press Harris on issues with a real and direct bearing on the average American’s life.

From Salon

In July, two of Grazer's cubs were swept over a waterfall, where Chunk - the most dominant bear on the river - attacked them both, according to explore.org.

From BBC

"I will emphasise that the decision to suspend is a neutral act. It has no bearing on any indication of guilt and should not be seen as such," Mr Nelson said.

From BBC