as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result
the proven efficiency of meditation in reducing stress within the company's workforce
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Recent Examples of efficiency
Hong Kong is obsessed with efficiency.
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Marcus Lim, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
The tech launched on the mid-range GTS trim, and used electrons not just to add power via an electric motor, but also to spin the engine’s turbocharger for greater efficiency and quicker responses.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
Even amid ongoing economic uncertainty, CFOs are prioritizing technology investments aimed at driving growth, efficiency, and long-term competitiveness.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Electric cars have revolutionized efficiency and performance.
—Marty Padgett, The Drive, 18 Mar. 2026
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Marcus Lim, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
The tech launched on the mid-range GTS trim, and used electrons not just to add power via an electric motor, but also to spin the engine’s turbocharger for greater efficiency and quicker responses.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026
Even amid ongoing economic uncertainty, CFOs are prioritizing technology investments aimed at driving growth, efficiency, and long-term competitiveness.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Electric cars have revolutionized efficiency and performance.
—Marty Padgett, The Drive, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiency
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And an even more powerful next generation of medicines is quickly approaching, churning out trial results – including some new ones Thursday – that leave current options in the dust in terms of efficacy.—
Meg Tirrell,
CNN Money,
19 Mar. 2026
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The best Korean sunscreens were arguably the gateway to K-beauty, though while Korean skincare has become commonplace, that doesn’t diminish SPF’s efficacy.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Others like Kaiser Permanente and Oregon Health and Science University have stated that their providers will not prescribe the drug until more research is done on its safety and effectiveness.—
Michal Ruprecht,
NPR,
16 Mar. 2026
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Beyond his onstage excellence, Grady runs our props department with remarkable effectiveness and decisiveness.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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