as in things
transportable items that one owns
the family packed up its household effects and moved to Florida
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as in causes
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 effects
Kirbie Johnson,
Allure,
3 July 2026
New Jersey Transit warned Friday morning that rail service is subject to delays of up to 30 minutes and select train cancellations due to the effects of extreme heat on equipment.
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Erin McGarry,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
That means potential or even likely effects on the elderly, the young or those with medical issues.
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Two other metrics are more focused on the physiological effects of extreme heat on the human body.
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Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
In Jon Erwin’s telling, even the most advanced visual effects tools are no match for the physics of water.
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Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
2 July 2026
Diesel emissions can have harmful effects on human health, even with short-term exposure.
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ABC News,
2 July 2026
Leaders are constantly in a chronic, sympathetic-dominant state that, if not appropriately managed, can have downstream effects on their cardiovascular health, immune functioning, sleep, and even personal relationships.
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Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
Studies have found oil wells can emit carcinogens and are linked to adverse health effects.
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Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.
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Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
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James Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
1 Dec. 2025
Noun
In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special-effects makeup, and more are created.
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Kirbie Johnson,
Allure,
3 July 2026
New Jersey Transit warned Friday morning that rail service is subject to delays of up to 30 minutes and select train cancellations due to the effects of extreme heat on equipment.
—
Erin McGarry,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
That means potential or even likely effects on the elderly, the young or those with medical issues.
—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
Two other metrics are more focused on the physiological effects of extreme heat on the human body.
—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
3 July 2026
In Jon Erwin’s telling, even the most advanced visual effects tools are no match for the physics of water.
—
Corbin Bolies,
Variety,
2 July 2026
Diesel emissions can have harmful effects on human health, even with short-term exposure.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Leaders are constantly in a chronic, sympathetic-dominant state that, if not appropriately managed, can have downstream effects on their cardiovascular health, immune functioning, sleep, and even personal relationships.
—
Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
Studies have found oil wells can emit carcinogens and are linked to adverse health effects.
—
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
Verb
Here, The Athletic outlines United’s debt picture and what effects this latest refinancing may have.
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Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state.
—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
23 Dec. 2025
What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave.
—
James Shapiro,
The Atlantic,
1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effects
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Highlight reels are dominated by exceptional athletes doing exceptional things.
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Welcome back to Kick It, the AJC’s newsletter for all things World Cup.
Verb
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What usually causes harmful algal blooms along Florida's coasts?
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Banks should spend more time asking what causes that switch to flip.
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Mogbo grabbed the rebound, setting up Sacramento’s final possession.
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The score might not suggest dominance, but Colombia controlled the game from the outset and held possession for nearly two-thirds of the match.
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Summerville creates chances mostly by cutting in on his preferred right foot, as shown on the dashboard, and is unafraid to pick out shots from congested central areas.
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To prevent the organs from being rejected by their new human hosts, Revivicor deactivated a gene that codes for the enzyme that creates the alpha-gal molecule.
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Understand insurance coverage and document belongings If your home is damaged during a hurricane, dealing with insurance can be a pain.
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Fox News Digital previously reported that cruise lines have also been dealing with a similar battle over poolside loungers, as passengers use towels, bags and other belongings to reserve chairs for hours without actually using them.
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Camp Meeker Cabin stands as a thoughtful retreat that brings mountain living back to its essentials.
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Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.
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Addam has a dragon and got to swoop in after all the fighting for the warm and fuzzy stuff.
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Tackle one section of a room at a time—a nightstand, dresser, desk, or medicine cabinet—to help give more structure and direction when working in with lots of stuff.
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Every item prompts a small, often unconscious question Where should this go?
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Sometimes the issue prompts women to cut back their retinoid usage or stop altogether.
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“Effects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effects. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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