as in causing
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 effecting Rising consumer costs are not just effecting humans, but our furry family members too. —
Audrina Sinclair, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 These changes have resulted in further voter disenfranchisement, disproportionately effecting Black and Hispanic voters. —Allison Mashell Mitchell, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026 Cameron Bryan, president of CISD board, said there is a trend of low enrollments effecting North Texas school districts, such as Grapevine-Colleyville. —Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026 Even sometimes effecting personal introductions. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026 The 11th edition of Fortune’s annual Change the World list is out this morning, highlighting 50 companies who are doing well by doing good (aka effecting positive change through their businesses, rather than just philanthropy on the side). —Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025 The award recognizes students for their positive efforts in raising awareness, effecting change regarding mental health and breaking down the stigma. —Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025 Sometimes that plays in the pitcher's favor, by effecting more movement on his breaking pitches. —Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025 The goal is to have people with a mélange of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives study and interact in hopes that in the end the group will be more enlightened, aware, and cohesive—and thus more capable of effecting positive change in the community. —IEEE Spectrum, 28 Aug. 2020
Audrina Sinclair, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 These changes have resulted in further voter disenfranchisement, disproportionately effecting Black and Hispanic voters. —Allison Mashell Mitchell, The Conversation, 1 Apr. 2026 Cameron Bryan, president of CISD board, said there is a trend of low enrollments effecting North Texas school districts, such as Grapevine-Colleyville. —Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026 Even sometimes effecting personal introductions. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026 The 11th edition of Fortune’s annual Change the World list is out this morning, highlighting 50 companies who are doing well by doing good (aka effecting positive change through their businesses, rather than just philanthropy on the side). —Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025 The award recognizes students for their positive efforts in raising awareness, effecting change regarding mental health and breaking down the stigma. —Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 7 Sep. 2025 Sometimes that plays in the pitcher's favor, by effecting more movement on his breaking pitches. —Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025 The goal is to have people with a mélange of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives study and interact in hopes that in the end the group will be more enlightened, aware, and cohesive—and thus more capable of effecting positive change in the community. —IEEE Spectrum, 28 Aug. 2020
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The arrest came days after he was arrested in the nearby city of Concord after allegedly causing a disturbance at a prep school, the Concord Police Department (CPD) confirmed to PEOPLE at the time.— Jeff Nelson, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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Thilo Maack, a marine biologist at Greenpeace, told The Associated Press the efforts are actually causing the animal severe stress.— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
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As the standoff continued, Wenger was allegedly observed creating additional weapons, including taping a knife to a pole to form a spear, Podgorski said.— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
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This set includes a spacious table and cushioned seating, creating a comfortable setup for both everyday meals and hosting.— Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Below, more about where and why some people are bringing themselves down to earth one step at a time.— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
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Just 30 years ago, Cabo Pulmo’s 20,000-year-old coral reef was depleted by years of overfishing—bringing some species, like the scalloped hammerhead shark, near ecological extinction.— Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
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This was the surprise contender of the week, generating plenty of buzz among industry insiders at the show.— Charlie Boyd, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026
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Simplification becomes just as important a link in the process as generating ideas in the first place.— Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
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While much of the world’s economy has shown resilience in the face of the worst disruption to energy supplies in modern times, the knock-on effects of the conflict are starting to push up inflation while raising alarm bells about food supplies and prompting downgrades to economic growth.— Sean Nevin, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
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Through meticulous reporting, the series reveals the complex operations behind modern scams, featuring stories of victims and scammers, while prompting global conversations among leaders in technology and policy to address this escalating crisis.— Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
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Even the Altitude Edition with the black wheels -- at the time no one was really doing that.— Morgan Korn, ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
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The authority on gardening in the South loved doing live shows and meeting his fans.— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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The streamers usually go for buy-out deals when producing in the UK, which in effect shuts the door on compensation for shows that break out.— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
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Executive producer Roz Coleman and producing advisor Malú Ansaldo complete the company’s core team.— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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Known for satirizing horror flicks, the Scary Movie films launched with the first title hitting theaters in 2000 before spawning four sequels.— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
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After widespread strong to severe thunderstorms swept through the area Wednesday, bringing hail up to 4 inches in diameter in Miami County and spawning a tornado in Clinton, the Kansas City area should see a much quieter day on Thursday.— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Effecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/effecting. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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