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affect

[uh-fekt, af-ekt] / əˈfɛkt, ˈæf ɛkt /




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The American Psychological Association says there’s no-one-size-fits-all solution, which can be affected by tensions within families and by changes in the mental health and priorities of family members and caregivers.

From MarketWatch

"They didn't even follow up on how the dollar price affected our lives," he complained.

From Barron's

He has since retired from the public defender’s office, but continues to practice law and represents defendants affected by the snitch scandal.

From Los Angeles Times

Logistics experts say the thefts affect companies of all sizes, though small businesses can be particularly vulnerable.

From The Wall Street Journal

Pharmaceutical companies can use these sensors to see how experimental treatments affect real synaptic activity, which may help speed up the search for more effective therapies.

From Science Daily