affecting
Example Sentences
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Poverty has continued to rise, affecting 63 percent of the population, according to the International Monetary Fund.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Lowenthal said he’s heard from California families who are anxious about social media and seeking “relief” from their concerns about how the platforms are affecting their children.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
Figure out what is affecting her performance and ask her how she prefers to receive feedback.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 29, 2026
"We know that women's health is not necessarily as well-researched as problems affecting men."
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
“All that candy-necklace sugar is affecting your brain,” I said.
From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez
Vocabulary lists containing affecting
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