Decision-making is an important political process which influences the course of a countries policy.

I was influencing the course of American letters, after all.

We're talking about whether or not they have a direct interest in trying to influence the course of legislation.

Can outside pressure play a role in influencing the course of events?

Both may influence the course of the world, and determine its fate.

What power did the woman herself have to influence the course of events?

How women can influence the course of their relationships with men.

The player can also influence the course of the game by making choices.

Once again, the state's voters find themselves with the opportunity to influence the course the nation takes on a major issue.

Note Circumstances must influence the course of action to be followed.