affecting

Example Sentences

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Danny Chambers, who represents Winchester, said sewage had been "pouring" into the River Itchen, potentially affecting the endangered fish currently laying eggs in the chalk stream.

From BBC

Trade between the two countries has been closed since October 2025, the longest in decades which is affecting small businesses in Afghanistan, and the availability of supplies, including crucial medicines.

From BBC

"All I know is that a solution must be found because this is affecting the entire country – the people, nationwide. All of us."

From BBC

Addressing the European Parliament Thursday, ECB President Christine Lagarde said the the euro area had faced an "exceptionally challenging environment over recent years, with high inflation affecting both households and firms".

From Barron's

This is in addition to other crises that had been adversely affecting businesses and people.

From BBC