affect
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How does a driver's size and weight affect the performance of the vehicle?
From BBC • May 19, 2026
The price spike happened too recently for the quarterly data to reflect its impact, but investors will be alert for any management commentary and forecasts that address the affect on consumer behavior.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Studies have found that high-voltage transmission lines can affect wildlife and ecosystems.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
As Martin mentioned, moms.gov links to a CDC page that warns “workplace exposures” could affect the health of “unborn children.”
From Salon • May 17, 2026
When chameleons change color, they change the way the iridophore cells are organized to affect how light reflects off their skin.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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