EFFECTUATES Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

effectuates

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present tense third-person singular of effectuate

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to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) the hope that the greater social interaction between members of the different classes will effectuate greater school spirit

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Achalasia is a chronic condition that causes trouble swallowing and passing food through the esophagus.

— Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 8 Nov. 2026
And not having my direct supervisor here causes all kinds of confusion.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026

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McKenzie declined to share how much revenue the company generates on an annual basis.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Reactors use a different fuel recipe The Sun primarily generates energy through the proton–proton chain, a sequence that ultimately converts hydrogen into helium.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026

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Brooklinen and Boll & Branch have breathable everyday essentials covered, while Nickey Kehoe brings a more playful approach to bedding with colorful patterns and unexpected designs.

— Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
This year also brings the return of the Dubai Sail Grand Prix, with high-speed catamarans racing off the city’s coastline, while HYROX Dubai will see athletes tackle a grueling combination of running and functional fitness challenges.

— Scott Campbell, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

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Lighter and more powerful engine Northstar produces 715,000 pounds-force of thrust, compared with 640,000 pounds-force from the BE-4.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Glass Entertainment produces the series for ABC News Studios, with executive producers including Jon Hirsch and Nancy Glass for Glass Entertainment; David Sloan; and Muriel Pearson for ABC News Studios.

— Selome Hailu, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026

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California Surfaces does mostly new homes and commercial jobs such as airports and hospitals.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026
The robot does the physical work while a person controls its movements from a safer location.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026

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