effect
Example Sentences
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While a ceasefire came into effect in early April, strikes between the two sides have continued.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
The evacuation order took effect on Tuesday morning, with police brought in to ensure people moved to higher ground.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
The Blockade will remain in place, and in full force and effect, until a ‘Final Deal’ is reached.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Scientists have understood this effect for years, but experimentally demonstrating how to dramatically strengthen it has remained a challenge.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
“I already know: you’re going to say we all stay out of the AoE”—that was area of effect, aka damage zones—“and nobody dies.”
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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Vocabulary lists containing effect
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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Academic Vocabulary: Core Tier 2 Words, List 1
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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