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affected

[uh-fek-tid] / əˈfɛk tɪd /




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The company warned its sales could be affected by rising gasoline prices and lower-income consumers further tightening their belts and eating out less.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

All affected students and alumni have since been contacted, a university spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Almost half of the 38 affected companies said they had tried to find alternative suppliers but failed.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Federal officials said they are still working to understand exactly how the fire might have affected the species, as well as the landscape, cultural sites, restoration projects and visitor resources.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

There are a lot of lives that will be affected by this.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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