in effect
Example Sentences
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The provisional ban requires approval from the Brazilian Congress to remain in effect after an initial 120-day period.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
The Pentagon decision upheld on Friday was based on public procurement regulations and now remains in effect.
From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026
His speech occurred while an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for alleged war crimes is in effect.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
The agreement, if approved by the judge, will be in effect for five years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
The board then made him president and, in effect, the mayor.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
