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affecting

[uh-fek-ting] / əˈfɛk tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
moving
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unaffecting


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But beyond that, geopolitics has become a much more important factor affecting the stock market, particularly hot tech stocks.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

“They just can’t compete, and it’s really affecting us,” he said of local fertilizer producers, often subject to buyouts.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

"In government environments, AI cannot operate as a black box. Decisions need to be transparent, auditable, and explainable, particularly in areas affecting citizens directly," he said.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“Depending on the duration and how the situation in the Middle East develops, there could be broader implications for supply chains and macroeconomic conditions affecting demand patterns,” SIA said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The basilica is a vast, cavernous, echoing space, with all sorts of alcoves, balconies, domes, cupolas and arches affecting its acoustics.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall




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