Affecting

/əˈfektɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v. (part.)) Present participle of affect, meaning producing a change or influence on something legally relevant.
    The new regulations are affecting contract enforcement procedures.

Commentary

Used as the present participle of 'affect' to indicate an ongoing action of influence or change, important in contexts addressing the impact of laws or actions.

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