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enter into force

this refers to the date and process by which a law or contract goes into effect According to government sources, the law should enter into force sometime next year.

Phrase Bank

  • The Regulation will not enter into force until the Directive has been debated by the European Parliament.
  • This agreement entered into force on 1st January 2010.
  • The new law is due to enter into force at the end of the year.

Additional Notes

  • Synonyms include come into force, go into effect, become effective.