Definition
an effect: a consequence, a result
to effect: to achieve, to cause to happen, to carry out, to perform
- "Most reports say that the economy is slowing down, and that this will have a negative effect on consumer spending."
- "Ms. Benedict, most reports say that the economy is slowing down, and that this will have a negative effect on consumer spending."
- "We can assure you that Delavigne never uses aldehydes in its perfumes, because of their negative effects on elderly people such as yourself."
- "But here's the real problem. Eliminating half of the fishing industry would have a devastating effect on unemployment levels in Northern Scotland."
- "Apart from the laxative effects, I'm sure they can't be good for your dreams."
- "Homeopathic, natural juices with restorative effects."
- "We can assure you that Delavigne never uses aldehydes in its perfumes, because of their adverse effects on elderly people such as yourself."
- "It has a curious effect."
- "A lot of this is due to anxiety over the downturn in the economy and its effect on consumer spending."
- "Founder and CEO Harold Percy Warbuckle is the driving force behind these changes, and realizes that in today's world, governments don't effect change, billionaires do."
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