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effectively

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


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The arrangement helps keep admit rates low—regular decision admittance was a record-low 2.8%—while effectively boosting yield.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

That made it 92-85 and effectively doused the Lakers’ comeback.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Veteran Englishman Richard Bland cashed in on the romance of his one DP World Tour victory, the 2021 British Masters, which effectively earned him an invitation to play LIV tournaments.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

In several key states -- including Texas, North Carolina and Mississippi -- primary elections have already taken place, effectively locking in current district lines.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It means effectively not only that you must walk a prescribed distance each day but then spend the night penned up with strangers.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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