affecting
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Consequently the number of imports and exports at the site in Atherstone, on the Leciestershire/Warwickshire border, have declined significantly, affecting their ability to bring in mating pairs for breeding.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
The concern is already affecting the appeal of certain properties.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
“Fire seasons are becoming longer, while conditions conducive to wildfires are becoming more frequent and affecting regions historically less exposed.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
“Rich Americans die earlier than rich people in other countries, because systemic problems affecting the health of Americans affect us all,” Woolf said.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
As the water rose around her, Piper felt it affecting her too.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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