in effect

Example Sentences

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The rule would be in effect for one year only and would be triggered if the NFL and NFL Referees Assn. cannot agree on the fundamental issues of accountability, compensation and working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

With “Songs for Swingin’ Lovers,” Sinatra and Riddle were, in effect, trying something very specific.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 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

He says in effect to his reader, “Never mind how silly they are. I will dress them up so prettily for you that you will like them.”

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton