affecting

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The most precise measurement of the expansion rate ever made suggests an unknown force may be affecting the universe.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Officially established in 2021, the European Public Prosecutor's Office is an independent EU body responsible for combating fraud against the Union's funds and any other offences affecting its financial interests.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

At the state level, Republican strategist Matt Rexroad sees the ruling affecting the California Legislature as well.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Frank believes that lavish spending by the wealthy is distorting both the economy and society-at-large, affecting everyone up and down the income ladder — and contributing to this ongoing sense of dissatisfaction and frustration.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

“Why do you think you should go to the UN to present the situation affecting children in this country?”

From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah