Search Results | influence
Your search for "influence" returned 2,560 results
The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
people.howstuffworks.com/n.htm
The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
Countries That Start With 'O'
history.howstuffworks.com/world-history/countries-that-start-with-o.htm
Former countries that start with "O" include Orange Free State and Oldenburg but these states have since dissolved. There is now one remaining holdout between Asia and Africa: the Sultanate of Oman.
Under the Weather: Meaning, Origins and Examples of Usage
people.howstuffworks.com/under-the-weather.htm
Have you ever heard someone say they're feeling under the weather and wondered what their feelings have to do with the rain or sun outside? It's one of those phrases that we don't take literally; we understand that the person means they're feeling ill.
A Smart Lemur Is a Popular Lemur
animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/smart-lemur-is-popular-lemur.htm
Lemurs find social success by being smart. HowStuffWorks checks out these brainiacs.
The Curse of Brewing Beer in Your Own Belly
health.howstuffworks.com/diseases-conditions/digestive/brewing-beer-in-belly.htm
For some folks, brewing beer in their belly is the automatic result of eating carbs. HowStuffWorks looks at Auto-Brewery Syndrome.
What Does the Speaker of the House Do?
people.howstuffworks.com/what-does-speaker-of-house-do.htm
The speaker of the House occupies a central role in our government, but what exactly does the job entail?
St. Patrick's Day: Spiritual Meaning in a Simple Shamrock
people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays-other/st-patricks-day-spiritual-meaning.htm
When we think about St. Patrick's Day, spiritual meaning isn't always the first thing to come to mind. We often celebrate with parades, green attire and festive gatherings — but at its core, it is a deeply spiritual holiday revolving around faith and devotion.
6 Types of Plants That Most Flora Fall Into
home.howstuffworks.com/types-of-plants.htm
Plants may not walk or talk, but they’re some of the busiest life forms on Earth. From towering trees to tiny mosses, the many different types of plants offer food, shade, oxygen, and color to the world.
The Most Expensive Horse Ever Sold for $70M
animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/most-expensive-horse.htm
In the world of elite equestrianism and thoroughbred racing, price tags can gallop into the tens of millions.
German Rottweiler vs. American Rottweiler: Know Your Rotties
animals.howstuffworks.com/pets/german-rottweiler-vs-american-rottweiler.htm
The German Rottweiler vs. American Rottweiler debate often confuses new dog owners. Despite sharing a breed name, these dog breeds have key differences in appearance, temperament, and breeding standards. Understanding these helps in choosing the right Rottweiler puppy for your family.