as in works
the active use of energy in producing a result
the finished parade float was well worth the effort
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Recent Examples of efforts
The company enables hyper-personalization efforts in its mobile app to offer promotions to its customers based on their location, which can change depending on the time of day, commutes and Starbucks locations.
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Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The United States, Egypt and Qatar have been mediating talks between Israel and Hamas for nearly a year, and diplomats say those efforts have recently gained momentum.
—Samy Magdy and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
While many companies are still focusing their efforts on robotaxis with plans to expand to new markets, the field will likely continue to narrow.
—Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This precision reduces wasted ad spend and increases conversion likelihood, making advertising efforts more efficient and cost-effective.
—Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Brands are being more creative in their personalization efforts, from offering more customizable products to creating unique opportunities for consumers to engage with their brands based on interests and past behavior.
—Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Personalization efforts can be selectively targeted to high-value customers, yielding greater results for brands.
—Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The 20-month-old war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been turning increasingly bloody as ceasefire efforts have stalled, and crises elsewhere have dominated world attention.
—Reuters, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Their efforts took over a decade and a massive effort by both companies.
—Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The United States, Egypt and Qatar have been mediating talks between Israel and Hamas for nearly a year, and diplomats say those efforts have recently gained momentum.
—Samy Magdy and Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
While many companies are still focusing their efforts on robotaxis with plans to expand to new markets, the field will likely continue to narrow.
—Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This precision reduces wasted ad spend and increases conversion likelihood, making advertising efforts more efficient and cost-effective.
—Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Brands are being more creative in their personalization efforts, from offering more customizable products to creating unique opportunities for consumers to engage with their brands based on interests and past behavior.
—Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Personalization efforts can be selectively targeted to high-value customers, yielding greater results for brands.
—Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The 20-month-old war between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been turning increasingly bloody as ceasefire efforts have stalled, and crises elsewhere have dominated world attention.
—Reuters, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Their efforts took over a decade and a massive effort by both companies.
—Gustavo Castillo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Efforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efforts. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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