bear on

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English - English
To influence, have an effect on
To be relevant to

That ruling bears on our application.

have an effect upon; "Will the new rules affect me?"
have to do with or be relevant to; "There were lots of questions referring to her talk"; "My remark pertained to your earlier comments"
press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action; "He pushed her to finish her doctorate"
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition"; "Carry on the old traditions"
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