Sentence examples for dire effect on from inspiring English sources

The bubble also had a dire effect on our national politics.

Corruption continues to have a dire effect on the global economy.

The state lawmakers said illegal immigrants had a dire effect on state budgets.

Mr. Gandhi said the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and their aftermath have had a dire effect on the city's economy.

The temptation to supplement meagre incomes is great, and has had a dire effect on the efficiency of public services.

Nedved's absence had a dire effect on the Rangers' power play -- the most proficient in the National Hockey League this season -- as they were blanked on five man-advantage opportunities.

But to my readers, I hope he helped you realize the importance of safe sex and how one slip up can have dire effects on your life.

The government's latest legislation, he explains, could have dire effects on the estate.

In most places the recession that followed the financial crisis had dire effects on wages.

Separately, the International Monetary Fund released a report on Tuesday describing dire effects on the people and economies of developing countries if food and fuel prices stay high.

In pre-modern families, the boundaries were set in stone, with dire effects on women, younger sons and anyone who tried to rebel.