affect
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He told Barron’s that although it’s still too early to say how current conditions will affect consumer retail food prices downstream, agriculture is very dependent on weather and climate.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
Looking ahead, experts believe AI swarms could significantly affect the balance of power in democratic societies.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
“If we get pulled away for other crime problems, violent crime in particular, that’s going to affect our ability to retain the level of resources we have over an extended period of time.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Though American has rejected a deal, lawmakers ask both carriers to share how it could affect routes and fares.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
“The water monster is sick. He gets dizzy spells and nausea. Is there anything you can*think of that can affect water monsters?”
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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