affect
Example Sentences
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If we aren’t receiving that auditory input, it can affect our walking speed, doctors say.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
These viruses generally affect the lungs and are fatal in about 40% of cases.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
At the University of Northampton, scientists are studying whether the condition can affect the growth and spread of certain ovarian cancers.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
The pessimistic outlook is starting to affect purchases of appliances and vehicles for middle-class consumers and any sort of discretionary purchases for moderate-income consumers, said Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
Perhaps her example may affect me as her gaiety did to-night.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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