effective
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When I’m using AI to help with especially high-stakes research, I take steps that make these accuracy checks even more effective.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
The move to a lower level has proven effective.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
School board member Tanya Ortiz Franklin said the school board remains disciplined and effective.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The other, misoprostol, is just as safe and nearly as effective when used alone.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
The guide notes that agency ratings and funding are tied to whether they are “adopting and implementing effective applicant screening,” a clear signal that agencies may be penalized for not cleaning house.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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