Calhoun, while not at this meeting, served as a moderating influence.

The students also wrote a paper about one of the real bands from this period that served as a musical influence for their imaginary band.

Her stoic husband Mike manages a local quarry and serves as a stabilizing influence in the family.

In the second section, the red chairs, serve as a formalizing influence.

John Cage served as a major influence on the album.

Percy Shelley, Mary's husband, served as a major influence for the character.

Newton-John's passion for environmental and conservation issues also served as a major influence.

Bobby tends to stimulate my emotions and help bring them out, while I sometimes serve as a calming influence on him.

Gunga Din served as an influence for the film.

The mountain range serves as a tempering influence, blocking many storms that come in from the west.