effective
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Example Sentences
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“Their main advantage here is that mass production is relatively simple and effective and they can fire it both from the sea and from land,” he said.
The uncertainty is what makes “Industry” so exciting, and its rare moments of real intimacy so effective.
From Salon
Before moving into human trials, the researchers plan to test the treatment in additional cancer types, including aggressive pancreatic cancer, to determine whether the approach can be effective across a wide range of tumors.
From Science Daily
The team hopes the findings will eventually support earlier diagnosis and more effective strategies to slow progression.
From Science Daily
The NBA knows that it will need to do more than levy fines to dissuade tanking, for the simple reason that tanking is extremely effective.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.