effective
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And he thinks A.I. can be harnessed to make government more efficient and effective for constituents.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
“I used it last year to pursue a $20k annual raise. Pretty effective in my case,” another Reddit user posted.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
The official said this would create space for gradual de-escalation and an effective cessation of hostilities.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
"To ensure the safety and well-being of all residents, a mandatory curfew for a half-mile area surrounding Delaney Hall is being implemented, effective immediately," Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said in a statement.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
While the official center of the government remained in the executive and congressional offices at Philadelphia, the truly effective centers of power were located in two political partnerships based on personal trust.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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