Meaning & use
to that effect
Having a similar meaning or purpose, used to summarize a statement without quoting it exactly.
See it in a sentence
He said he was resigning, or something to that effect, before hanging up.
The notice announced a schedule change, or words to that effect, posted on the door.
A note on using this word
'To that effect' softens a paraphrase, signaling the speaker isn't certain of the exact original wording.
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