The likely answer to the crossword clue “start to have an effect” is TAKE HOLD, TAKE EFFECT, or TAKE HOLDING depending on word length. Based on common crossword patterns, the most frequent fits are TAKE HOLD (8 letters) or TAKE EFFECT (11 letters, but less common as a straight fill). If you can share the puzzle’s word length or any crossing letters, I can pinpoint the exact solution quickly. Options to consider by length:
- 4–6 letters: TAKE? (e.g., TAKE ?)
- 8 letters: TAKEHOLD or TAKEHOLD (TAKEHOLD is the standard 8-letter form meaning “begin to have influence”)
- 9–11 letters: TAKEEFFECT or TAKEHOLDING or SIMILAR phrases, though these are less common as single-word fills in standard crosswords
If you provide the puzzle’s grid pattern or any letters from crossings, I’ll lock in the precise answer.
