in effect

Example Sentences

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It has been blocked by judges across the country and has never been in effect.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

I think it’s good to draw attention to the oil embargo that the U.S. has in effect, but also there is an element to what you did that looked from the outside like disaster tourism.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

The clause is in effect for a five-year period, which is meant to give time for voters to respond with political consequences if they disagree with the law.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Its newest LNG plant in Louisiana is still ramping up, so its long-term contracts aren’t in effect yet.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

What he was proposing, in effect, was a stratum of artificial bedrock that would also serve as the floor of the basement.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson