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effectively

[ih-fek-tiv-lee, ee-fek‐] / ɪˈfɛk tɪv li, iˈfɛk‐ /


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Crude plunged on Friday after Tehran said it would allow ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz, which had been effectively closed since the war began on February 28.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

From the Fed’s standpoint, the Treasury would effectively buy back $4 trillion of Treasury and mortgage-backed securities—much as the Treasury does from time to time with outstanding bonds that have become illiquid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

If your employer matches 5% and you contribute 5%, you’re effectively doubling that portion of your money immediately — plus, your taxable income is reduced for the year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

Mikel's side are capable of doing this effectively, though.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

He told his squad to fall back, and the squad, having seen the scythe take their captain down so effectively, didn’t question it.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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