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
  • Typhoon Dolphin moved over Japan's southern remote islands Friday, causing a main airport on Okinawa to close and grounding all flights in and out of the island, while sending hundreds of people to take shelter at evacuation centers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Use low-pressure water to avoid damaging the aluminum fins and causing performance issues.
    — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of causing
Verb
  • That means strengthening the connection between our clubs and their communities, creating unforgettable experiences for fans, and making sure the excitement generated this summer becomes lasting momentum for Major League Soccer.
    — Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • That entailed creating a sizzle reel with a lot of flashy effects in hopes of convincing Universal to get behind the new budget and schedule.
    — Geoffrey Bunting, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of creating
Verb
  • Later, the Aries Moon enters your 4th House of Home, bringing attention back to your foundation.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The Shapiros were accused by some followers of bringing Kala into their family for financial gain.
    — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of bringing
Verb
  • The trip to the UK and the family vacation have demonstrated once again that Markle remains one of the figures most capable of generating international buzz.
    — Amaia Odriozola, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The employees generating the most output are not necessarily producing the most value.
    — Dan Schawbel, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of generating
Verb
  • Rollins brought up the Bloodline, prompting back-and-forth strikes from the two former brothers.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Walbert Ureña, the Angels' starter who helped lead the shutout, did not offer similar complaints, prompting some fans to wonder whether Misiorowski's postgame comments were simply an excuse for an uncharacteristically rough outing.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of prompting
Verb
  • Alvin Kan, chief operating officer of Bitget Wallet, said on the On The Margin podcast that freelancers and remote workers already treat a self-custody crypto wallet as a place to keep working capital, and that the share doing so is growing.
    — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • At times, he was seen doing stretches, eating food, peering out the windows with binoculars and listening to music with headphones.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of doing
Verb
  • Fortunately, the design firm of Claesson Koivisto Rune overcame the obstacles, producing a triumph of Swedish style—a modest, minimalist, yet supremely comfortable property housed in two low, long buildings.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The employees generating the most output are not necessarily producing the most value.
    — Dan Schawbel, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of producing
Verb
  • Fish in his regular local lake were spawning in their thousands, providing plenty of action.
    — Sam Lee, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • And just as mobile phone use evolved in Africa in different ways from other parts of the world, spawning earlier and more prolific adoption of digital payments, AI use and deployment will differ.
    — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of spawning

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