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
Although the wine mom has certain advantages for effecting political change in an age of hyperpolitics, one still suspects that the commonest usage of the term is rooted in reflexive, sexist disdain.
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Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
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
Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effecting
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Mobile or small cluster targets hiding in residential areas are far better dealt with by drones, causing minimal surrounding damage, especially when dealing with a nominally friendly country like Iraq.—
Melik Kaylan,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Washing your hair once a week can help replenish natural hair oils that moisturize your hair and scalp, without causing excess greasiness.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
25 May 2026
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The combination is simple yet complex, creating a subtle sweetness.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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The intricate, contrasting embroidery detail on this babydoll dress is stunning, creating a cool textural element to this look.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2026
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The New Year eventually came, bringing with it fresh hopes and prayers and celebrations.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Fresh Market of Northtown Plans for a brand new, full-service grocery store in North Kansas City moved forward Tuesday evening, making the city one step closer to accomplishing a years-long goal of bringing a new grocer to the area.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
27 May 2026
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The Emsella Treatment chair does the same for the pelvic floor, generating electromagnetic currents that cause pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax rapidly.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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The combined company would begin life carrying roughly $79 billion in debt while generating only $3 billion in annual free cash flow.—
Joseph M. Singer,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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The approach of both Biden and then Harris to this issue angered progressives, prompting many to vote for third parties in numbers that may have made the difference in swing states like Michigan.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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The concerts were canceled after the terrorist plot was uncovered, prompting Swifties to take to the streets to come together in an act of communal support.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
28 May 2026
Verb
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There does not even seem to be a process for doing so.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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The Office lost Steve Carell after season seven and kept going for two more, sustained by an ensemble that had been steadily doing the heavy lifting all along.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2026
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The Sox sent 13 batters to the plate while producing their most runs in an inning since scoring 11 in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds on May 7, 2023, at Great American Ball Park.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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His knowledge and love of movies fueled his writing and co-producing on the American Film Institute’s Salutes not only to Peck but to Gene Kelly, Billy Wilder, Barbara Stanwyck and Jack Lemmon.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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This embrace of coal is a short-term fix—extending the life spans of older coal-burning plants rather than spawning a wave of new ones.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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His predicament sparked huge interest online, spawning a devoted fanbase under the hashtag #HangInTherePunch.—
Frank Andrews,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Effecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effecting. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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