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affected

[uh-fek-tid] / əˈfɛk tɪd /




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BAT did not say which locations would be hit by the job cuts, but said the US was not affected.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

This approach allowed them to build a detailed picture of the biological processes occurring in affected brain regions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 29, 2026

According to sociologist Katja Salomo, "Research shows that electoral support for far-right parties, including the AfD, tends to be higher in the regions most affected by population decline."

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all who are affected during this difficult time,” the Navy said in a news release.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2026

“Never before has the way of the five-fingered affected us so,” Nathan heard Darkness whisper to itself.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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