affect
Example Sentences
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But the engines are also affecting what the drivers do on their own.
From BBC
Despite that perception, melatonin is actually a hormone that affects more than just sleep cycles.
From Science Daily
"We see that a massive price shock not only has a short-term impact, but can also affect the long-term physical development of children," says Elza S. Elmira, the study's lead author.
From Science Daily
These alterations may affect how the body handles glucose and could increase the risk of developing diabetes.
From Science Daily
Police say that search and rescue operations are continuing following the "torrential rain and subsequent devastating flooding affecting various parts of the country".
From BBC
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