take effect

idiomatic phrase

Synonyms of take effect next

: to become operative

The new regulations will take effect next year.

: to begin producing an expected or intended effect or result

waiting for the drug to take effect

Examples of take effect in a Sentence

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Chief Judge Amanda Hunter appointed Jeff Lindsey to the role after Stanley’s disbarment — ordered in September over her misconduct in office — took effect Friday. —

Shelly Bradbury, The Denver Post, 4 Nov. 2024 In December 2024, CMMC 2.0 will take effect, marking a milestone for both cybersecurity and national defense. —

Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 Below are the streets or intersections where the speed limit changes will take effect and what the differences will be. —

Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 2 Nov. 2024 The addition of Nvidia, which will take effect on November 8, also marks a historic moment for the semiconductor industry, as the AI chip leader replaces struggling rival Intel, which has been on the Dow index since 1999. —

Paolo Confino, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for take effect