as in things
transportable items that one owns
the family packed up its household effects and moved to Florida
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as in causes
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
classroom presentations designed to effect greater interest in careers in scientific fields
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Recent Examples of effects
Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 17 June 2026
These conditions can increase your vulnerability to adverse effects from poor air quality.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 16 June 2026
The film, like its predecessor, takes aim at Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg — this time focusing on allegations that Facebook ignored internal warnings about the platform’s effects on young users and mental health.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 16 June 2026
An egg salad sandwich combines foods with distinct effects on blood sugar.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 16 June 2026
Now, more than a year later, the effects of tariffs on the labor market are just beginning to fade.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
The team also tested some of the model’s predictions in biological systems, identifying genes expected to accelerate aging and validating those effects in human heart cells and in mice.
—Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
Yet the installation’s strongest effects require no phone.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 10 June 2026
Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
—James Shapiro, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Noun
Organizers say the free show will have more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects along the Detroit River.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 17 June 2026
These conditions can increase your vulnerability to adverse effects from poor air quality.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 16 June 2026
The film, like its predecessor, takes aim at Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg — this time focusing on allegations that Facebook ignored internal warnings about the platform’s effects on young users and mental health.
—Antonio Ferme, Variety, 16 June 2026
An egg salad sandwich combines foods with distinct effects on blood sugar.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 16 June 2026
Now, more than a year later, the effects of tariffs on the labor market are just beginning to fade.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
The team also tested some of the model’s predictions in biological systems, identifying genes expected to accelerate aging and validating those effects in human heart cells and in mice.
—Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
Yet the installation’s strongest effects require no phone.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 10 June 2026
Verb
Here, The Athletic outlines United’s debt picture and what effects this latest refinancing may have.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
—James Shapiro, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effects
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And as things like broadcast quality and stadium design become more and more homogenised, making every tournament look more and more similar, kit design is more and more important to their visual identity.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Some things — Shar Peis, linen pants, prunes — are just supposed to have wrinkles.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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Its heavy nature also causes oils to build up in pores, causing acne and breakouts, which other established moisturizing ingredients, like ceramides, petrolatum, squalene, glycerin and shea butter, are less likely to do.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Multiple possession swings gave the Japanese some threats in the box, but the Samurai Blue couldn’t find the back of the net, leading to a 0-0 score at the break.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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Angel Reese made sure Atlanta had enough possessions to make that run happen.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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That matters because every unnecessary trade creates a chance to buy high, sell low, and pay costs along the way.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Offshore wind offers a path that keeps more energy dollars here at home, creates American jobs, and builds a cleaner, more affordable future for Connecticut families.—
Julianna Larue,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
Noun
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The top-lid opening provides easy access to your belongings, with carry-on and checked size options.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Investigators noted a strong odor of gasoline coming from his belongings.—
Jason Rantala,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Woodard brings Anna to life with a smokey voice, a statuesque presence and an arch demeanor.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The imposing white hotel buildings are all above the road - accessed by vehicle via a ramp, which brings you to a carpark and the front entrance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Chases and weird extraterrestrial stuff abounds, leading to one of Spielberg's most gripping climaxes ever.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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This year is yet another for the World Cup; Yu Masui and Takeji Hirakawa are still strutting their stuff, and Phil Oh, along with Acielle Tanbetova, will be documenting all the off-the-runway action.—
Irene Kim,
Vogue,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Its hybrid analog-digital approach allows Alfa free rein to actualize his impulses, while the meditative atmosphere prompts reflection on where those impulses come from.—
H.D. Angel,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
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This reality prompts global government funding and quantum strategy.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Effects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effects. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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