become effective (B1)
verb phrase
Pronunciation: bɪˈkʌm ɪˈfɛktɪv
Definition
To start to be in force or operation.
Examples
The new policy will become effective next month.
The changes to the system will become effective immediately.
How to Use become effective
- become effective immediately (collocation)
- To start to be in force without any delay. — "The new security measures will become effective immediately."
- become effective on (prepositional phrase)
- To start to be in force from a specific date. — "The new policy will become effective on January 1st."
- become effective date (collocation)
- The specific date when something starts to be in force. — "Please confirm the become effective date for your services."
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