as in things
transportable items that one owns
the family packed up its household effects and moved to Florida
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as in causes
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 effects
Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
When snowpack runs low, the effects ripple months later — shrinking reservoirs, stressed supplies, and tougher water decisions as temperatures rise.
—James Ward, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
As state legislatures around the country meet to solidify their budgets for the year ahead, the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and an uncertain economic future are pushing states to take a hard look at their finances.
—Gordon Ebanks, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
The economists also link the explosion of cocaine supply to an explosion of use in Europe, which likely has had negative effects similar to ones seen in the United States.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
There are many films on the subject of dementia, but few embody the destabilizing effects of the disease with such precision.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Negative effects of natural radiation can be reduced by taking it.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
In a 197-minute movie, there are only 11 shots — around seven seconds of film — that don’t include any visual effects.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Eating spicy foods regularly can change how your gut and digestion behave, with both positive and negative effects.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
—James Shapiro, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Noun
The San Francisco medical examiner released a report Tuesday ruling her death accidental, the result of the toxic effects of cocaine.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
When snowpack runs low, the effects ripple months later — shrinking reservoirs, stressed supplies, and tougher water decisions as temperatures rise.
—James Ward, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
As state legislatures around the country meet to solidify their budgets for the year ahead, the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and an uncertain economic future are pushing states to take a hard look at their finances.
—Gordon Ebanks, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
The economists also link the explosion of cocaine supply to an explosion of use in Europe, which likely has had negative effects similar to ones seen in the United States.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
There are many films on the subject of dementia, but few embody the destabilizing effects of the disease with such precision.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
Negative effects of natural radiation can be reduced by taking it.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
In a 197-minute movie, there are only 11 shots — around seven seconds of film — that don’t include any visual effects.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Eating spicy foods regularly can change how your gut and digestion behave, with both positive and negative effects.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.
—Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
—James Shapiro, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effects
Noun
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In the past few months, however, things have changed.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
17 Feb. 2026
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There’s something about studying real-life situations that have happened and then creating and imagining into this fictional kind of characterization of things.—
Leigh Nordstrom,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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To do so, Nguyen advises maintaining proper form, controlling the weight through the full range of motion and avoiding any movement that causes sudden pain.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Down by as many as five points in the third quarter, Tennessee had a chance to either cut into the Longhorns' three-point lead or tie the game on the third quarter's final possession.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Feb. 2026
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The Zags scored 11 of the next 13 points for a 66-62 lead, cranking up their transition game while the Broncos went seven possessions without a field goal.—
Jeff Faraudo,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Unlike regular food containers, the ProKeeper creates a tighter seal by pressing up against the guac to keep it green for days (and plenty of tortilla chips) to come.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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That restriction creates a dysfunctional cycle that ultimately contributes to back pain.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There is one lesson, however, that’s best learned before your travel begins, and that’s the necessity of safety—for you and your belongings.—
Jennifer Vermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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Two of Cho’s tips for travel are to clear your space upon arrival with essential oils or sage, and to unpack your belongings right away, giving them room to stretch.—
Kyle Lucia Wu,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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To me, a vision brings alignment — internally with our staff, and externally with our customers, stakeholders, and partners.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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One of the best times to visit Bogotá is in August, when the annual Festival de Verano brings the city together for free concerts, sports, and cultural activities.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That lineup did a great job of preparing, did a great job of laying off stuff in the dirt.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Part of what makes Nightborn both stomach-churning and thought-provoking is how all the crazy stuff happening is just a slightly — okay, substantially — exaggerated version of the reality so many first-time parents face.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That sort of spacing usually prompts a team to go with five starting pitchers and eight men in the bullpen.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The caution prompts most of the field to head down pit road to fuel up.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Effects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effects. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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