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
While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.
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Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
These efforts, independently and collectively, aim to solve challenges impacting today's youth.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Conclusion While the Fed’s efforts to tame runaway inflation rates has helped market sentiments in the past, its recent hawkish outlook for 2025 is now worrying investors.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Her leadership extended to local and international interfaith and bridge-building efforts, including serving as a board member and chair of the clergy dialogue for MCCJ (now Mosaic), and engaging with organizations related to faith communities in the former Soviet Union.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums, which accredits the Louisville Zoo, has also noticed the facility’s growth and conservation efforts over the past 55 years.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Despite the best efforts of officers and the relentless, mechanical drive of war, peace still sprung up organically whenever the season allowed.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Some have also emphasized their efforts to reduce out-of-pocket insulin costs for patients.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
These efforts, independently and collectively, aim to solve challenges impacting today's youth.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Conclusion While the Fed’s efforts to tame runaway inflation rates has helped market sentiments in the past, its recent hawkish outlook for 2025 is now worrying investors.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Her leadership extended to local and international interfaith and bridge-building efforts, including serving as a board member and chair of the clergy dialogue for MCCJ (now Mosaic), and engaging with organizations related to faith communities in the former Soviet Union.
—Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums, which accredits the Louisville Zoo, has also noticed the facility’s growth and conservation efforts over the past 55 years.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Despite the best efforts of officers and the relentless, mechanical drive of war, peace still sprung up organically whenever the season allowed.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Some have also emphasized their efforts to reduce out-of-pocket insulin costs for patients.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Efforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efforts. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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