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effect n. [
consequence, outcome, result, event, issue, upshot] a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon; "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event"
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effect v. [
effectuate, set up] produce; "The scientists set up a shock wave"
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effect n. [
impression] an outward appearance; "he made a good impression"; "I wanted to create an impression of success"; "she retained that bold effect in her reproductions of the original painting"
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effect n. an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived); "he just did it for effect"
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effect v. act so as to bring into existence; "effect a change"
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