Synonyms of took effect

took effect

phrase

past tense of take effect

as in worked

to produce a desired effect

You'll feel better once the medication takes effect.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• worked
• performed
• operated
• took
• took hold
• reacted
• acted
• resulted
• responded
• affected
• behaved
• influenced
• swayed
• panned out
• redounded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backfired
• fizzled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of took effect

Ortega and Murillo further expanded their authority through sweeping constitutional changes that took effect in 2025. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

The policy, which took effect Wednesday, July 1, marks a major shift from the flexible telework arrangements many state workers have had since the COVID-19 pandemic. — Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026

The state’s action, which took effect Monday, cites multiple noncompliance issues against the Provo Canyon School’s campus in Springville. — Kathy McCormack, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Palm Beach adopted the restrictions in November 2024, while Miami Beach and several other municipalities in Miami-Dade began enforcing the limits in May 2025 after the state law took effect. — Miami Herald, 6 July 2026