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into effect

Idioms  
  1. see in effect, def. 2.


Example Sentences

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A law regulating artificial intelligence went into effect in Vietnam on Sunday, making it the first country in Southeast Asia with a comprehensive framework on the booming technology.

From Barron's

The Israeli Diaspora Ministry says that since its guidelines came into effect, it has been contacted by 117 NGOs.

From BBC

The policy came into effect on 1 January 2025 and the government has previously said it would raise £1.8bn a year by 2029/30, which would pay for more teachers at state schools in England.

From BBC

Dell pointed to SB 54’s de facto ban on polystyrene, which went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

From Los Angeles Times

The cuts, which go into effect in April, are part of a 12% reduction in the company’s workforce as it looks to boost efficiency.

From Los Angeles Times