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.
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Audrina Sinclair,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
These changes have resulted in further voter disenfranchisement, disproportionately effecting Black and Hispanic voters.
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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.
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Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
Even sometimes effecting personal introductions.
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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).
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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.
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Magda Liszewska,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
Sometimes that plays in the pitcher's favor, by effecting more movement on his breaking pitches.
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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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During contests, their stomachs stretch, heart rates rise, and digestion struggles to keep up, causing intense physical stress.
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The state also has goals, including some that have been in place since 2012, that set declining limits on smog-causing pollutants and required automakers to sell increasing percentages of electric and hybrid vehicles through 2025.
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Unlike scenic destinations that become part of a wedding backdrop, Walshe said Madison Square Garden presents the opposite challenge because designers would first have to erase the venue's familiar arena feel before creating something entirely new.
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And that means creating connections that are outside of a computer screen.
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Penn Station New York access will be limited again after the match to accommodate trains bringing fans back from the stadium.
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The New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals was a tremendous accomplishment for the organization and its players, while also bringing a joyous end to the team's long championship drought for fans.
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His off-court endeavors have contributed to the majority of his wealth, generating over $1 billion from business ventures and endorsement deals.
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Such consensus is essential to restoring confidence, stabilizing the economy and generating sustainable growth.
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But the university ignored the committee’s findings, prompting Kil to seek arbitration, which was held in March.
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Mercury stations retrograde under a Capricorn full moon, prompting you to examine the effects of perspective.
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The young man was doing LeBron James’ silencer celebration after scoring a goal one moment and being tagged with soccer’s equivalent of a Flagrant 2 the next — because of how one moment was assessed on tape delay.
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The city’s police department will be doing safety checks in the area as well.
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Are manufacturers producing vehicles that need regular software patches?
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Cape Verde’s Vozinha offered a compelling example, producing an outstanding display against Spain while executing his team’s game plan with composure to help secure a historic progression to the knockout stage.
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These innocuous-seeming actions can kindle dry vegetation, potentially spawning a wildfire.
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New church Less than a generation later, the Protestant Reformation transformed Christianity, dividing Europe and spawning brutal violence.
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“Effecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effecting. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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