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as in strained
lacking in natural or spontaneous quality
affected laughter at the boss's jokes an affected southern accent
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as in arrogant
self-consciously trying to present an appearance of grandeur or importance
with her pinkie extended, the four-year-old held her tiny teacup in that affected manner that some women have
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as in inclined
having a liking or affection
after years of being well affected toward their grandchildren, they did not want to lose access to them because of a bitter divorce
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as in influenced
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
their son claims that scary movies don't affect him in the least
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as in concerned
to be the business or affair of
fortunately, hurricane season doesn't affect the West Coast
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as in pretended
to present a false appearance of
she affected complete unawareness that we were talking about her, though she must have overheard
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as in haunted
to go to or spend time in often
a power couple known to affect all the fancy parties in town
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Recent Examples of affected
Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Sea turtle growth is affected by rain Scientists have long known that, as with other reptiles, sea turtles’ egg development is influenced by the temperature of the nest.
—Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Several flights were affected by weather conditions, with rain and snow expected in the Pacific Northwest through Christmas Day.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
At least 100 people, two in Michigan, have been affected.
—Leah Olajide, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Several flights were affected by weather conditions, with rain and snow expected in the Pacific Northwest through Christmas Day.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Sea turtle growth is affected by rain Scientists have long known that, as with other reptiles, sea turtles’ egg development is influenced by the temperature of the nest.
—Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Several flights were affected by weather conditions, with rain and snow expected in the Pacific Northwest through Christmas Day.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Data held in qubits is affected by data held in other qubits, even when physically separated.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
At least 100 people, two in Michigan, have been affected.
—Leah Olajide, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affected
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Zuckerberg and Trump have had a strained relationship in recent years.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Jansson started 37 games for Leeds but his relationship with Marcelo Bielsa, the head coach at the time, had become strained.Jay Harris, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Some media outlets are surrendering to Trump already This absurd boasting — arrogant without portfolio — is just what Trump is looking for in the VOA job.Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
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Angle was able to alter between arrogant heel and lovable goofball almost on a whim.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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In California, the country’s largest market for EVs, buyers who dislike Musk’s politics are sourcing on the brand and may be more inclined to choose a competitor.Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The film should come with a warning for those less inclined to the sight of rats.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
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The ancient tradition would be to hold sacrificial ceremonies, but today, people hold mock sacrifices to celebrate.Amanda Cappelli, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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The long-sleeve gown featured a mock neck and ruching at the waist.Catherine Santino, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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As of this week, there’s even a new Glossier product on the block sure to make Emily Weiss proud, a chubby eye shadow stick that’s excellent for accentuating even the most natural of makeup looks.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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Funny Christmas jokes for kids, knock-knocks, memes to make dad proud How to prepare for winter 2024 — from freezing pipes to driving in snow and ice Who created Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 16 Dec. 2024
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Flashback: Fort Rapids opened in 2006 amid an indoor water park craze as a 60,000-square-foot attraction with more than 300 hotel rooms, conference space and meeting rooms in an attached Holiday Inn and Suites.Andrew King, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
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The attached media release did not refer to ‘migrant workers’ once.Samindra Kunti, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
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The world’s longest election, wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, soaring inflation and wealth inequality at home, and a host of other natural and unnatural disasters made 2024 ripe for whiskey content.Paul Feinstein, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
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Marshall was known for his use of ornate and grandiose designs, which often features intricate details and luxurious materials, according to the Benjamin Marshall Society.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Tuscan-style villa is grandiose in every sense of the word.Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Affected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affected. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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