as in efficiently
in an effective manner
She used a visual aid to effectively communicate her point.
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Recent Examples of effectively
Over the past decades, its global footprint has effectively doubled, expanding to encompass 80 countries and more than 12,000 scientists from institutions around the world, alongside educational programs that train researchers at every level.
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Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
By firing on or threatening to strike any ships that had not sought its permission, Iran effectively closed this major shipping lane, through which a fifth of the world's oil had typically passed in tankers.
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Joanne Stocker,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Congress, having repeatedly failed to exercise its war power, no longer effectively can.
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Literary Hub,
1 July 2026
Whether in the C-suite or not, other department leaders should take shared ownership of communication, alignment and collaboration to enable campaigns to be executed effectively.
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Kamya Elawadhi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
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Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
By firing on or threatening to strike any ships that had not sought its permission, Iran effectively closed this major shipping lane, through which a fifth of the world's oil had typically passed in tankers.
—
Joanne Stocker,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
Congress, having repeatedly failed to exercise its war power, no longer effectively can.
—
Literary Hub,
1 July 2026
Whether in the C-suite or not, other department leaders should take shared ownership of communication, alignment and collaboration to enable campaigns to be executed effectively.
—
Kamya Elawadhi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for effectively
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effectively
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These upgrades are intended to improve the robot’s ability to manipulate tools, handle materials, and work efficiently in factory environments.
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Many beaches, parks, and attractions are spread out, and public transit doesn’t reach all of them efficiently.
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In 1785, astronomer William Herschel set about mapping our galaxy, correctly determining the disk-like shape of the Milky Way but incorrectly placing the solar system at its heart.
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Choosing the right products and using them correctly supports overall health and well-being.
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In my experience, most organizations communicate the outputs of intent without adequately communicating intent itself.
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Automatic sprinkler systems may not water larger balled and burlapped plants adequately, so monitor the plants and add water with a garden hose as needed.
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“Effectively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effectively. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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