effort
Example Sentences
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Three states so far are moving forward with legislative efforts to create a holiday honoring Kirk — Florida, Kansas and West Virginia – though others are considering similar moves.
From Salon
In this worldview, the father deserves most of the credit, despite putting almost no effort into the production side of having babies.
From Salon
The communications provide a glimpse into Epstein’s efforts to maintain ties with influential figures in Hollywood and beyond — years after he was convicted.
From Los Angeles Times
The craft have become far too central to the war effort to abandon them because of tough weather.
From Barron's
With more than nine in 10 people in the region living below the poverty line in 2022, according to the National Bureau of Statistics, the effort may be only a drop in the bucket.
From Barron's
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