1To exert, cause, or bring about an effect — such as influence, damage, or benefit — on something or someone. Most often used in the set phrase 「影響を及ぼす」 ("to have an effect on").
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.