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Effect

/ɪˈfɛkt/
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(noun) The result or outcome of a cause.

Smoking has an ill effect upon health.
In music or speaking, a pause is frequently used for dramatic effect.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Smoking has an ill ____ upon health.

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