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to take effect
01
(of an action, process, or change) to begin to produce the intended results or outcome
Collocation
Example
The changes in diet and exercise started to take effect, and he felt healthier.
The medication usually takes about 30 minutes to take effect and alleviate the pain.
02
(of a rule, law, or policy) to officially become valid and enforceable
CollocationExample
The new company policies will take effect on the first day of next month.
The government announced that the tax changes would take effect immediately upon approval.
