Pronunciation: /bɛr əˈpɒn/
verb to have relevance or influence on something
A1 The weather can bear upon our plans for a picnic.
A2 The new regulations will bear upon how we conduct business.
B1 The evidence presented will bear upon the outcome of the trial.
B2 The decision to expand the company will bear upon our financial stability.
C1 The historical context bears upon the interpretation of this artwork.
C2 The scientific research findings bear upon the future of renewable energy sources.
preposition to have a connection or relation to something
A1 The decision will bear upon the future of the company.
A2 His actions will bear upon the outcome of the project.
B1 The new regulations will bear upon all employees in the organization.
B2 The success of the marketing campaign will bear upon the company's overall performance.
C1 The geopolitical situation will bear upon global economic trends.
C2 The scientific discoveries will bear upon the future of humanity.
formal The new evidence will bear upon the outcome of the trial.
informal Your decision will bear upon the success of the project.
slang How you present yourself will bear upon your chances of getting the job.
figurative The weight of her responsibilities seemed to bear upon her shoulders.
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