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[im-pakt, im-pakt] / ˈɪm pækt, ɪmˈpækt /




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But if their skills broadly match the population, it will likely have little impact on productivity or labor shortages.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

"The impact this has had on the family and friends is horrific. The pain is unbearable."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The impact of an IPO on any other stock, even Tesla’s stock, should be relatively small.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“They told the judge that Vang’s actions continue to impact their mental health and their relationships with their families.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

But the impact of Nixon’s determination to destroy Daniel Ellsberg was still to be felt.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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