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effort

[ef-ert] / ˈɛf ərt /


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The White House has framed the project as part of a broader effort to improve and restore federal properties.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Using a mathematical model, the team analyzed how individuals distributed their limited time and social effort among other members of their group.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

But he said the company, in an effort to chase growth, tried to appeal to everyone, lost focus and hasn’t done enough to set itself apart.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

To prove her historic hurl was no fluke, she came back with a 192-6 effort on her sixth and last throw.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“Oh?” he said, and it took such effort to produce that one syllable.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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