effecting

verb

present participle of effect
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 Stock Chart IconStock chart icon Oil prices year-to-date Citi warned that effecting the fee could also lift the possibility of a broader military confrontation in the near term. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 14 July 2026 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. — 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effecting
  1. causing
  2. creating
  3. bringing
  4. generating
  5. prompting
  6. doing
  7. producing
  8. spawning
Verb
  • On Friday, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported two identical incidents of drone strikes on tankers in Hormuz a day earlier, causing minor damage but no casualties.
    — Frank Andrews, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The area has already be hit hard, with floodwaters washing out roads and causing evacuation of homes.
    — Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of causing
Verb
  • The Project has transformed tragedy into opportunity and remembrance into action, creating programs and initiatives designed to empower young people, strengthen communities, and open doors that too often remain closed.
    — Doug Myers, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • His teammate, Stephen Jackson, followed him, and within minutes players and fans were throwing haymakers at one another, creating terrifying chaos and images that would haunt the league.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of creating
Verb
  • The Gold-Studded Structured Crossbody features a structured shape, luxe gold hardware and eye-catching studded details, bringing just the right amount of personality to any look.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The brand has officially declared August to be Fine Art Month, and to celebrate, Michaels is bringing all sorts of new events, classes, and fine art products to its stores throughout the month.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of bringing
Verb
  • The company plans to produce original films and acquire outside projects, with an emphasis on transparency, creator participation, and stories capable of generating cultural conversation.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix, returning in November, continues to be a massive economic driver, generating billions and attracting a high-spending international clientele.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of generating
Verb
  • The story follows ancient creatures appearing in the modern world, prompting heroes from different countries to confront a rising darkness threatening the region.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Aug. 2026
  • More than 140,000 acres were scorched in Oregon in July, prompting thousands of residents to evacuate from mostly small towns across the central and eastern parts of the state.
    — Denise Chow, NBC news, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of prompting
Verb
  • On the flip side, doing the wrong thing meant point deductions.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The Titans drove 95 yards on their opening possession with Ward completing two passes and Tennessee doing most of the work on the ground by controlling the line of scrimmage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of doing
Verb
  • Both players played well, Romero shackling Jude Bellingham for much of the evening, Spence producing a famous recovery tackle on Giuliano Simeone when England were 1-0 up.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
  • This heat drives the park’s geysers and hot springs while producing frequent earthquakes and gradual changes in the ground.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of producing
Verb
  • For three decades, rap legend and cultural icon Tupac Shakur’s killing has remained one of America’s great unsolved mysteries, spawning countless books, documentaries and long-form investigative journalism pieces.
    — Marlow Stern, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The pandemic made remote work more accessible, spawning widespread digital nomad travel.
    — Maria Leonard Olsen, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of spawning

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