1To exert, cause, or bring about an effect (such as influence, damage, or benefit) on something.
地震は広範囲にわたって被害を及ぼした。
The earthquake caused damage over a wide area.
温暖化は農業に深刻な影響を及ぼすと考えられている。
Global warming is thought to have serious effects on agriculture.
その政策は地域経済にも好影響を及ぼした。
That policy also had a positive effect on the local economy.