take effect

Definitions

1. To become active; to become effective.
   informal, usually
2. To come into force, to come into effect, to inure.
   informal, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“The medication won't begin⟳ to take⟳ effect for 3-4 hours.”

“The new regulations will take⟳ effect once they are approved by the Office of Administrative Law.”

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