in effect

phrase

: in substance : virtually

… the … committee agreed to what was in effect a reduction in the hourly wage.

—Current Biography

Examples of in effect in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So this part of Measure E would ensure that Measure J remains in effect. — Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Flood warnings are in effect along the Platte River, where moderate flooding was expected at Agency and minor flooding was expected at Sharps Station and Platte City. — Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026

If and when finalized, the law could remain in effect for up to two years, with the possibility for another year extension if the agency decided to pursue a permanent scheduling. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026

Flood watches are in effect along the Interstate 35 corridor. — Matthew Cappucci, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in effect

• architect
• circumspect
• deselect
• dialect
• disconnect
• disinfect
• disrespect
• incorrect
• indirect
• intellect
• interject
• intersect