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
Can South Korea's resilience overcome Mexico's attacking efficiency?
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Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 June 2026
In response to similar feedback, the commission already included new grip standards in its proposal and produced a study that found tire efficiency does not affect lifespan.
—Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
To be an at-scale player, the price needs to be right, the technology integration needs to be solid, and the overall package has to be compelling to a broad enough audience: things like acceleration, efficiency, packaging.
—Jeremy White, Wired News, 13 June 2026
In light of these concerns, the biggest tech companies are eager to project an image of efficiency and responsible stewardship regarding water supplies.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
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Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 June 2026
In response to similar feedback, the commission already included new grip standards in its proposal and produced a study that found tire efficiency does not affect lifespan.
—Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
To be an at-scale player, the price needs to be right, the technology integration needs to be solid, and the overall package has to be compelling to a broad enough audience: things like acceleration, efficiency, packaging.
—Jeremy White, Wired News, 13 June 2026
In light of these concerns, the biggest tech companies are eager to project an image of efficiency and responsible stewardship regarding water supplies.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiency
Noun
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From there the compound would need to clear safety and efficacy testing in clinical trials before it could ever be used with patients.—
Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Operating ‘beyond the bounds of FDA approval’ Although there is a lack of FDA approval and little evidence of its efficacy, stem cell treatments for autism are being steadily provided across the country.—
Theara Coleman,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
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As electronic warfare capabilities continue to proliferate, maintaining navigation and mission effectiveness without constant access to satellite signals has become increasingly important.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
22 June 2026
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There may be an issue with how the pills dissolve, which could impact their effectiveness.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
22 June 2026
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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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