as in efficiently
in an effective manner
She used a visual aid to effectively communicate her point.
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Recent Examples of effectively
The Justice Department said the measure has been successful at addressing the surge in crimes committed using ghost guns, and the market for the weapons has effectively collapsed in the nearly two years the rule has been in place.
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2025
In today’s business world, where uncertainty is the only constant, great leaders stand out not by dodging tough decisions, but by mastering the emotional and cognitive skills necessary to make them effectively.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Here are a few first steps to consider: • Train your existing talent on how to leverage AI effectively.
—Justin Tobin, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Therefore, Dominican customs have intensified their collaboration with national and international agencies, raising control and detection standards to combat this crime more effectively.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2025
In today’s business world, where uncertainty is the only constant, great leaders stand out not by dodging tough decisions, but by mastering the emotional and cognitive skills necessary to make them effectively.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Here are a few first steps to consider: • Train your existing talent on how to leverage AI effectively.
—Justin Tobin, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Therefore, Dominican customs have intensified their collaboration with national and international agencies, raising control and detection standards to combat this crime more effectively.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effectively
Adverb
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Such collaborative efforts will ensure resources are efficiently directed toward disrupting criminal networks effectively.—
James Fotis,
Boston Herald,
26 Mar. 2025
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Managing an enterprise lease portfolio efficiently requires a strategic approach, leveraging technology, financial planning and proactive asset management.—
Mark McDonald,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Cooper also said the policy was change because deputies weren’t adequately trained to help someone in a mental health crisis.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Are schools adequately informing students of their rights — particularly their right to remain silent?—
Rebecca Ragan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
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Providing valuable insights to clients effectually integrates innovations which foster efficiency, competitiveness and growth in this era characterized by digital globalization.—
Debbi Compton,
USA TODAY,
22 Aug. 2023
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In the past China, was viewed as an attractive labor market which could cost effectually do manual assembly of all parts sourced globally.—
Cindy Gordon,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2021
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“Effectively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effectively. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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