effect
Example Sentences
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If true, that effect could make astronomers mistakenly conclude that the universe is accelerating when it is actually slowing down.
From Science Daily • Jun. 13, 2026
But if they are overstimulated, they will have the opposite effect, creating stomach cramping, vomiting, nausea, irritability, and panic when exposed to even a small amount.
From Slate • Jun. 13, 2026
“There seems to be a Goldilocks effect with remote work and happiness,” says Adolfo Cuevas, associate professor of social and behavioral sciences at New York University.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
“The wealth effect has never been more important to the U.S. economy,” wrote Emily Roland and Matt Miskin, investment strategists at Manulife John Hancock Investments.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 13, 2026
After that first seizure at his sister's dinner table, he recovers almost immediately with no memory of the fit or any ill effect.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
Vocabulary lists containing effect
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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