adversely

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The IMO council said in its declaration that members "strongly condemned the threats and attacks against vessels and purported closure of the Strait... by Iran, adversely affecting merchant and commercial vessels".

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

It added that disclosure would also be "likely to adversely affect the council/OFRS' ability to conduct effective regulatory investigations and enforcement action".

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

People who are adversely affected by underwater mortgages — as this story illustrates — are those who need to sell as soon as possible.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 12, 2026

“If consumers’ preference for downloading video game content in lieu of physical software continues to increase, our business and financial performance may be adversely impacted.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Not being noticed at all was better than being noticed adversely.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck