But lately,observers say, Prime Minister Erdogan appears to be seeking influence with Arabs at the cost of relations with Israel.

VOA: special.2010.06.05

But Spielberg says he is thankful that Rockwell painted pictures so that he could influence filmmakers to be better artists.

VOA: special.2010.09.20

But an organization based in California is working with coaches to help influence boys to show more respect toward girls and women.

VOA: special.2010.07.15

But he and others say Motown will always be remembered for its historic influence on American popular music.

VOA: special.2009.05.11

But animal doctor Pradeep Singhal blames the decrease in camels mainly on the influence of the outside world.

VOA: special.2009.01.13

But Lady Day lives on through her recordings that continue to influence the best jazz singers.

VOA: special.2010.02.28

But if they united in a group, they thought,perhaps they could influence government policy.

VOA: special.2010.04.15

But no one disputes his great influence on the science of mental health.

VOA: special.2010.04.13

But,drummer Abe Cunningham says Cheng's influence can be felt throughout the whole album.

VOA: special.2010.05.21

But President Obama says the decision will reduce the influence of average Americans.

VOA: special.2010.01.22

But Vanderbilt did succeed in winning a great amount of power and influence.

VOA: special.2010.02.25

But the survey found that cost could be a big influence.

VOA: special.2009.09.03

But he believes its influence on language is small.

VOA: special.2010.01.28

But his professional background was another influence.

VOA: special.2009.10.12

Arthur Conan Doyle,creator of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, wrote about Poe's influence on other crime writers: "Each may find some little development of his own, but his main art must trace back to those admirable stories of Monsieur Dupin,so wonderful in their masterful force, their reticence,their quick dramatic point."

VOA: special.2009.02.02

He called reforming the U.S. health care system the cause of his life, but also worked to influence civil rights, education and immigration.

VOA: standard.2009.08.26

But analysts like Hen-Tov say if Ankara's influence on the Muslim world completely overshadows Tehran's presence in the Arab street, Turkey's gain may eventually become Iran's loss.

VOA: standard.2010.07.26

The deal was widely seen as surrender to Taliban control of the valley, but it collapsed after militants refused to lay down arms and moved into neighboring districts to expand their influence.

VOA: standard.2009.07.26