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In this broad region, a large, long-lasting and record-setting marine heat wave has set in and is forecast to persist and intensify, altering the weather conditions on the West Coast and adversely affecting the marine food chain.
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Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
Opponents worry families will be adversely affected by gambling, which has among the highest rates of suicide among addictive substances.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
But most writers, even those adversely affected, are quick to point out that the writing was on the wall well before the strikes.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Using advanced analytical characterization techniques, this analysis also assesses for inorganic compounds that may adversely affect laser treatment.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
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Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
Opponents worry families will be adversely affected by gambling, which has among the highest rates of suicide among addictive substances.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
But most writers, even those adversely affected, are quick to point out that the writing was on the wall well before the strikes.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
Using advanced analytical characterization techniques, this analysis also assesses for inorganic compounds that may adversely affect laser treatment.
—Etiido Uko
march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adversely
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Or, framed less negatively, other literatures, for example Ukrainian, ought to be chosen in its place in the name of representation and justice.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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And 30% believe data centers negatively affect the quality of life for people living nearby.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2026
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The poll found that Talarico is viewed favorably by 46% of November 2026 Texas likely voters and unfavorably by35%.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Researchers at Mayo analyzed almost 40,000 employee surveys and discovered that the prevalence of burnout was much higher among responders who rated their immediate supervisor unfavorably on certain leadership qualities.—
Paula Davis,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
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“Adversely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adversely. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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