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effectiveness

[ih-fek-tiv-nis, ee-fek‐] / ɪˈfɛk tɪv nɪs, iˈfɛk‐ /




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Its safety and effectiveness in humans remain unknown and will need to be evaluated in future studies.

From Science Daily Aug. 23, 2026

The WHO confirmed that 20,000 doses would be used in a clinical trial to assess the vaccine's effectiveness against Bundibugyo, while 50,000 doses will be administered to front-line health workers.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

But film industry advocates say the corporate tax credit cap will hurt film producers and undercut the effectiveness of the state’s expanded film and TV tax credits.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Many of the diet’s principles are surprisingly simple, which could explain its enduring popularity and effectiveness and why nutrition experts often describe it as an eating pattern rather than a diet.

From MarketWatch Aug. 16, 2026

His death was a severe setback to the government, and the effectiveness and aggressiveness of the Crown team diminished from that point on.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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