Meaning & use
go into effect
To become legally or officially operative, as a law, rule, or agreement begins to apply.
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The new speed limit will go into effect on the first of next month.
The updated privacy policy goes into effect for all users immediately.
A note on using this word
Used especially of laws, contracts, and policies; 'take effect' is a nearly interchangeable alternative.
Words with a similar meaning
take effectbecome effective
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