1
as in to affect
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
the pressure of final exams is beginning to tell on the students in the dorm
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2
as in to talk
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
detectives convinced the perpetrators in custody to tell on their associates
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026 -
But law enforcement experts told CNN the dragging incident last summer could have affected his decision-making – though how such an experience impacts law enforcement varies from officer to officer.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Brandon asked her out the next day, and the pair spent hours talking on a Ferris wheel during their first date.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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People with respiratory viruses who have high-risk conditions or who live in households with high-risk individuals should talk to their healthcare professional about taking antiviral medications to treat the virus or prevent transmission.—
Jack Perry,
The Providence Journal,
8 Jan. 2026
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Aesthetics may also be influencing the approach to the work triangle.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Participants were generally healthy in midlife, with low rates of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and stroke, which may have influenced the positive outcomes.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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The events for the most part are casual, though Nimrod says some do come dressed to impress depending on the occasion.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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Noussair Mazraoui and Luke Shaw have also impressed playing in a central three.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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On the whole, higher limits offer better protection, so recognizing the differences in coverage between minimum requirements and real-life needs can inform better decision-making in this regard.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Local fire and government authorities are notified prior to burn days and kept informed throughout prescribed fire operations.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Increasing awareness of factors that impact water quality and a desire for better-tasting water, often tied to personal health initiatives, have interior designers, plumbing pros, and kitchen experts alike noting a growing demand for better water.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Although friends and strangers were coming to Watts for menopause advice, there was still a lot to learn — including that her eye health could be impacted by her changing hormones.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Running backs with 300-plus touches the previous season don’t generally repeat that volume the following season.—
Michael Salfino,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The index was last seen trading at an all-time high, while Spain's IBEX 35 also rose to a record high in early trade after touching on a record price in the previous session.—
Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
6 Jan. 2026
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Officials in Washington state announced Saturday that two men were killed last week when an avalanche struck a group of four snowmobilers.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Tell (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tell%20%28on%29. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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