Bear Upon (Verb)
Meaning
Have an effect upon; "Will the new rules affect me?".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The economic downturn will bear upon the company's chances of expansion.
- His past mistakes bear upon his decision-making process every day.
- Her physical limitations bear upon her choice of a new career.
- The weather forecast bear upon our travel plans for the weekend.
- The country's budget constraints will bear upon its ability to help its allies.