sphere of influence

noun

, plural spheres of influence.

1. any area in which one nation wields dominant power over another or others.

sphere of influence

noun

1. a region of the world in which one state is dominant

Word History and Origins

Origin of sphere of influence¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

But all eyes were on Chancay and what it says about China's growing assertiveness in a region that the US has traditionally seen as its sphere of influence.

From BBC

He also works closely with Ziklag, the secretive network of ultrawealthy conservative Christians that aims to “take dominion” over every major sphere of influence in American culture.

From Salon

They reveal the group’s 2024 plans and its long-term goal to underpin every major sphere of influence in American society with Christianity.

From Salon

The opposition United National Movement has described the bill as part of efforts by Georgian Dream to drag the country into Russia’s sphere of influence — claims it vehemently denies.

From Seattle Times

The opposition United National Movement and many protesters accuse Georgian Dream of trying to scupper the EU integration process, and to instead drag Georgia into Russia’s sphere of influence — allegations the ruling party vehemently rejects.

From Seattle Times