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affecting

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


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At the moment, the only negative factor affecting my credit is high credit utilization.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

Yes, I have microplastics in my body like everyone else, but I don’t know how they’re affecting my health.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

Cirium and Aboulafia also flagged supply chain issues affecting everything from engines and spare parts to seats for both Boeing and rival Airbus.

From Barron's Jul. 16, 2026

Changes in feeding, movement, and fear can spread through ecosystems, affecting grazing patterns, predator-prey relationships, and broader ecological stability.

From Science Daily Jul. 15, 2026

“I know what’s affecting Pond—sorry, the Water Monster of the Agave Pond,” Nathan said to everyone.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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