affect
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The inquiry will also ask how the deal will affect Australia's relationship with China, its largest trading partner.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Mullin said she sees "some simmering roots of an AI backlash" but not a strong one yet, so it is hard to foresee how this anger will play out and affect the way people vote.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The company has previously said it expects subscriber trends to improve later in the year, but notes that this impairment charge won’t affect day-to-day operations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
These findings suggest that lifestyle factors and ongoing inflammation may affect the immune system's ability to remain resilient over time.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
In 1603, Galilei suffered an illness that was to affect him for the rest of his life.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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