Bear on

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verb

To have an effect on something or to be relevant.

His personal problems must not bear on his ability to teach.
Visual representation of "bear on" - To have an effect on something or to be relevant

Often appears as...

  • bear on a problem
  • bear on a decision
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Context Importance

Understanding the situation is key to explaining how something 'bears on' another.

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The budget restrictions bear on our ability to hire more staff.
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Not Always Visible

The effect or relevance is not always obvious and may require explanation.

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Her decision to study abroad bears on her future career in ways you might not see.
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Neutral Tone

The phrase doesn't imply if the effect is positive or negative, just that it exists.

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Climate change bears on global agriculture patterns.
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