Meaning of to the effect | Babel Free

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With more or less the meaning of.

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“He was vague but said something to the effect that he'd do it soon.”

“[…]why not cut out the middleman and write the review himself? Then it would say exactly what the client wanted — that it was a terrific book. A shattering novel. A classic memoir. Will change your life. Lyrical and gripping, Stunning and compelling. Or words to that effect.”

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