into force
idiom
: into the condition of actually working or operating : into effect
The law came/went into force last year.
The regulations have not yet been put/brought into force.
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The treaty will come into force once 60 countries ratify it.
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Arkansas Online, 10 June 2025
The treaty will only come into force once 60 countries ratify it.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Christian Science Monitor, 9 June 2025
Green energy tax credits would phase out for any project that is not already under construction 60 days after the law comes into force.
—Michael Wilner, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Subscribe The rules are expected to come into force next year, according to the government.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 19 May 2025
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Arkansas Online, 10 June 2025
The treaty will only come into force once 60 countries ratify it.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Christian Science Monitor, 9 June 2025
Green energy tax credits would phase out for any project that is not already under construction 60 days after the law comes into force.
—Michael Wilner, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Subscribe The rules are expected to come into force next year, according to the government.
—Ryan Browne, CNBC, 19 May 2025
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“Into force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/into%20force. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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