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Examples of efficacy in a Sentence
In the planner's view, Rumsfeld had two goals: to demonstrate the efficacy of precision bombing and to “do the war on the cheap.” —Seymour M. Hersh, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2003
Vaccines exist, but their efficacy against aerosolized plague is unknown. —Sharon Begley et al., Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2001
… efficacy does not have to be demonstrated before homeopathic products are marketed. —Alison Abbott et al., Nature, 26 Sept. 1996
questioned the efficacy of the alarms in actually preventing auto theft
Recent Examples of efficacy from the Web
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The curriculum is specifically designed toward fostering character development and responsibility geared to elevating individual empowerment, efficacy and self-esteem.
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Additionally, rarely in use of force situations is there agreement from all the parties involved as to the appropriateness, efficacy, or necessity of its use.
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The comment and the talking points were meant to undercut the efficacy of the Paris agreement, a claim that Reilly says is wrong.
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In addition, sunscreen efficacy decreases in the water or with sweating.
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And despite their diminishing efficacy, over-the-counter lice shampoos remain the first response recommended by most doctors, health plans and even the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Still, Lewin is skeptical of its efficacy, in part because the herbal proportions aren’t labeled.
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As much as his efficacy in front of the goal, and the characteristic imagination in his play, his undimmed appetite for the battle has impressed.
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Data such as this supports the belief in and bolsters the efficacy of familial searching to produce valuable leads.
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Origin and Etymology of efficacy
see efficacious
First Known Use: 13th century
EFFICACY Defined for English Language Learners
efficacy
playDefinition of efficacy for English Language Learners
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: the power to produce a desired result or effect
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