利かせる
1
to bring out (the effect of);to put to good use;to make use of (e.g. threats);to use (e.g. intimidation);to take advantage of (e.g. one's influence);to season (with salt, etc.);to put in
もうちょっと塩味をきかせてみたら？
How about adding a little bit more salt?
2
to use (tact, wit, etc.);to exercise;to display
See also:
気を利かせる (きをきかせる)
彼女は機転を大いにきかせてきわどい質問をかわした。
She showed a great deal of wit in handling the delicate question.
Other forms
効かせる 【きかせる】