effectively
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Hilton argues that layers of rules of permits have effectively halted construction of smaller and more affordable starter homes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
"Markets treated the report as a meaningful challenge to near term Fed rate hike expectations, effectively concluding the Fed has time on its side," wrote National Australia Bank's Rodrigo Catril.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
The restriction effectively stops Apple from ordering custom chips from CXMT.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
A better understanding of those mechanisms could eventually help determine whether bacteria can be used effectively in efforts to remediate uranium-contaminated environments.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026
But Liam put a firm hand on my shoulder, effectively shutting down any chance I had of making good on my threat.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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