in effect

Example Sentences

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These labels specify indications for which the patents on a branded drug have lapsed, but exclude indications for which patents are still in effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

He had said, in effect: “I found this contractor myself. He worked on the pool at my golf club.”

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

STV's news service is, in effect, subsidised by the rest of the schedule.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

It will remain in effect until new lows exceed new highs for two consecutive days.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

“Well, if you know about the time-stop, you must also know that you are completely cut off from the outside world. You are, in effect, powerless.”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer