affected
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"All affected individuals have been declared undesirable persons and are consequently prohibited from re-entering South Africa for a period of five years," the South African government said in a statement Thursday.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
The company warned its sales could be affected by rising gasoline prices and lower-income consumers further tightening their belts and eating out less.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
When questioned about other visa issues, which have affected fans and team delegates too, Infantino deflected attention to the 2035 Women's World Cup - which is almost certain to be awarded to the United Kingdom.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“The loss of so many young lives is difficult to comprehend, and our hearts go out to the victims’ families, friends, classmates, loved ones, and all those affected by this heartbreaking event,” police wrote.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
There are a lot of lives that will be affected by this.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
Vocabulary lists containing affected
The Catcher in the Rye
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