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
Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
And the creature effects are being overseen by legendary effects artist Greg Nicotero and team at KNB EFX Group, who are known for their work on The Walking Dead and Fallout, among a host of award-winning work.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The award was most often used to spotlight advancements in sound and visual effects, with 18 films recognized for advancing those crafts.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
The effects would not stop with retirees.
—Martha Shedden, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
For riders, those system-wide effects shape the truth of their daily commutes.
—Yaelis Pena, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Both beet juice and pomegranate juice can help lower blood pressure, but beet juice has stronger and longer-lasting effects.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways Little information is available on gelatin supplements, and at least one study reports potential gastrointestinal effects in children receiving higher doses over five days.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
The gap between what is currently supported by evidence and how these substances are often described reflects a broader tendency to treat them as near stand-alone solutions, rather than as tools whose effects depend on the conditions in which they are used.
—Dimitri Mugianis, STAT, 20 Apr. 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 New York City Council is debating a law that would set time limits on young people’s social media use as concerns grow over its effects on mental health.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
And the creature effects are being overseen by legendary effects artist Greg Nicotero and team at KNB EFX Group, who are known for their work on The Walking Dead and Fallout, among a host of award-winning work.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The award was most often used to spotlight advancements in sound and visual effects, with 18 films recognized for advancing those crafts.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
The effects would not stop with retirees.
—Martha Shedden, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026
For riders, those system-wide effects shape the truth of their daily commutes.
—Yaelis Pena, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
Both beet juice and pomegranate juice can help lower blood pressure, but beet juice has stronger and longer-lasting effects.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways Little information is available on gelatin supplements, and at least one study reports potential gastrointestinal effects in children receiving higher doses over five days.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 20 Apr. 2026
The gap between what is currently supported by evidence and how these substances are often described reflects a broader tendency to treat them as near stand-alone solutions, rather than as tools whose effects depend on the conditions in which they are used.
—Dimitri Mugianis, STAT, 20 Apr. 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
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Confirm timing, assign ownership, and keep things clear.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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But things got wild when the robot started break dancing and bashing itself into a million robotic pieces.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Chairwoman, a billionaire many times over, recently added the country club to her massive portfolio, and her arrival to oversee renovations causes quite a stir.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
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On top of spewing nitrogen dioxide, a gas that causes irreversible respiratory damage over time, the turbines emit a horrendous sound that’s made life miserable for locals.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Deployed as a winger against strong opposition, Wiegman has also used James as a central attacking midfielder in games where England are likely to dominate possession.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Rapids dominated possession in the first half, but Messi scored on a penalty kick to give Miami the lead in the 18th minute after Bright got fouled in the box after stealing the ball in the six-yard box.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That legislation, pending action from the governor, bans new data centers through November 2027 and creates a new state council to provide strategic input, facilitate planning considerations and evaluate policy tools to address data centers, Maine Morning Star reported.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 2026
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Sourcing & Methodology This article was generated by software that analyzes National Weather Service warnings and advisories and creates an article based on templates created by humans.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Casias, 53, was last seen walking on a highway near Talpa, New Mexico, in June 2025, according to New Mexico State Police, leaving her belongings at home and a phone that had been factory-reset, NBC News reported.—
Natasha Chen,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Among the gunman’s belongings was a photo modified by artificial intelligence showing him alongside the Columbine attackers, according to a state official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to address the media.—
Maria Verza,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That’s what really brings me satisfaction in making art.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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The spa An ode to the Alhambra Palace, Spa Palmera brings the majesty and feel of the Moorish castle to Florida, thanks to an expansive 50,000-square-foot spa replete with arches, stone work, mosaic tiles, and a lush courtyard with a tranquil lap pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even though there was some absurd stuff on the show, people did legitimately do things that were outrageous back then.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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This is distinct from writing that is humorous, the stuff that will give you a wry smile at best.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Motherhood draws her back to Europe, where a reckoning with her own mother prompts both women to reassess what womanhood, tradition and freedom mean across generations.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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Identity theft prompts fewer complaints than categories such as investment or tech support scams.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Effects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effects. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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