cost-efficient

adjective

cost-ef·​fi·​cient ˈkȯst-i-ˈfi-shənt How to pronounce cost-efficient (audio)
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However, those seeking to maximize returns can opt to hold their certificates as Chia Asset Tokens (CATs) on the Chia blockchain, which offers cost-efficient dividend distribution. Gene A. Grant Ii, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 The Chinese artificial intelligence company’s cost-efficient model has lifted sentiment in the Chinese market, with a gauge of the country’s onshore as well as offshore shares soaring over 26% since its January low. Seema Mody, CNBC, 27 Feb. 2025 The goal is to gather a wealth of cost-efficient lunar data ahead of the arrival of Artemis astronauts a few years from now. Mike Wall, Space.com, 27 Feb. 2025 Handling simpler requests in this way can help the call center become more cost-efficient, while also improving customer satisfaction because callers won’t have to be kept on hold as long. Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cost-efficient

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First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cost-efficient was in 1913

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“Cost-efficient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cost-efficient. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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