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impinge

verb/ɪnˈtruːd, ˌɪntərˈfɪr, əˈfɛkt/

to have an effect or impact, often in a negative or intrusive way

The loud noise from the factory can impinge on the peaceful atmosphere of the neighborhood.

interfereintrudeaffect
word origin — from Latin 'impingere', meaning 'to strike against' or 'to push into'