affecting

Example Sentences

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Nonetheless, the possibility remains there could still be a massive planet affecting the orbits of bodies within the Kuiper Belt.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Demand for semiconductor chips used for memory storage is now so high that it’s causing shortages and price spikes—and that is affecting producer costs.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Meliá said its decision to close 15 hotels was driven by circumstances beyond the firm’s control, noting that most were already closed “due to the energy challenges and the decline in demand” affecting the island.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

“This tool brings multiple sources of information together so people can better understand what may be affecting their health, make informed decisions, and support community planning that benefits everyone in the county.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Also, as Dr. Steinhaus points out, outbreaks of insect disease in nature always remain confined to insects, affecting neither the host plants nor animals feeding on them.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson