affect
Example Sentences
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The findings come from a study published in Science Signaling that builds on years of research into how fructose affects the liver and other organs.
From Science Daily
Sheriff Robert Luna told The Times that he’s a “little uncomfortable” drawing comparisons between the two agencies, saying that shooting rates can be affected by many variables.
From Los Angeles Times
This month, the OCR ordered employees affected by the disputed layoffs back to work.
From Salon
This year's Christmas getaway is set to be the most congested on record for UK motorists and, although the weather is improving, hazards including spray and fog could affect your travel plans.
From BBC
Most companies aren’t cutting workers en masse, but they also aren’t hiring at a brisk pace owing to a variety of concerns, including uncertainty over how tariffs will affect their bottom lines.
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