as in caused
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 effected
My condolences to those others who have been effected by this tragic destruction.
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Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 5 Feb. 2026
As in all del Gaudio’s work, wood is used prominently for its visceral impact, all of it naturally and boldly treated and effected with precise detailing.
—Richard Olsen, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Efforts and resources continue to support communities effected.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Grossu expressed interest in doing the same thing for those in the Caribbean effected by Hurricane Melissa.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Dec. 2025
As Deadline previously reported, Paramount television and marketing/distribution were effected today.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Visitors can explore everything from the evolution of visual effects to cultural changes effected by documentaries, with interactive installations, film screenings, Q&As, and rotating exhibitions.
—Sophie-Claire Hoeller, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Gophers linebacker Devon Williams met a family effected by the shooting and gathered players for a picture.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
His safe departure from Owensboro was effected [sic] through subterfuge.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 5 Feb. 2026
As in all del Gaudio’s work, wood is used prominently for its visceral impact, all of it naturally and boldly treated and effected with precise detailing.
—Richard Olsen, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Efforts and resources continue to support communities effected.
—Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 26 Dec. 2025
Grossu expressed interest in doing the same thing for those in the Caribbean effected by Hurricane Melissa.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Dec. 2025
As Deadline previously reported, Paramount television and marketing/distribution were effected today.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Visitors can explore everything from the evolution of visual effects to cultural changes effected by documentaries, with interactive installations, film screenings, Q&As, and rotating exhibitions.
—Sophie-Claire Hoeller, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Gophers linebacker Devon Williams met a family effected by the shooting and gathered players for a picture.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
His safe departure from Owensboro was effected [sic] through subterfuge.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effected
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Emery’s side appeared strangely leggy, as if having a week between games caused more lethargy than looking well-rested.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Bad Bunny’s statements against ICE caused consternation ahead of his performance.—
Ryan Gaydos , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Romero created trouble for himself by trying to turn on the ball with his backheel just outside the penalty area while under pressure from Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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See our gallery created by Courier Journal photographers Michael Clevenger and Scott Utterback.—
Stephanie Stremplewski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, the Nets agreed to a multi-team deal with the Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors that sent Chris Paul to Toronto and brought Ochai Agbaji, a 2032 Raptors second-round pick and cash considerations to Brooklyn.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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With the help of interior decorator Poplak, Diana brought a bright high-English style to her three-story marital home.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, France's former Culture Minister Jack Lang resigned as head of a Paris cultural center over reported past financial links to Epstein that prompted a tax investigation.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Saturday night's attack came as Ukraine was still reeling from a massive drone and missile assault on Friday night, which again prompted significant power outages in most regions of the country.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
8 Feb. 2026
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Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday, nor did HUD officials.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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The two men then said Smollett paid them to stage the attack, and Smollett was charged with filing a false police report; the charges were later dropped after Smollett paid a fine and did community service.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
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Raman’s campaign produced a video ad that heavily excerpted Bass’ remarks endorsing her at a Sherman Oaks get-out-the-vote rally.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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It was produced by federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York and provides an even more detailed overview of other interviews conducted by the New York State Attorney’s Office and the FBI with victims, witnesses and people associated with Epstein.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2026
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The property spawned a 2022 anime series on Crunchyroll drawing audiences that are 35% North American, 25% European, and 25% Latin American.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
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In 2025, the region lost 20,000 jobs, a decline spawned by employment losses of 8,400 in the East Bay, 6,400 in the San Francisco-San Mateo region, and 3,500 in the South Bay.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Effected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effected. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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