as in work
the active use of energy in producing a result
the finished parade float was well worth the effort
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Recent Examples of effort
The visit, scheduled for 4pm, is part of the White House’s effort to ramp up scrutiny of the Fed’s $2.5 billion renovation, which President Donald Trump has zeroed in on as a possible pretext for ousting Chair Jerome Powell.
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Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 July 2025
Thanks to the efforts of Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll course-correcting the wayward ship of Aston Martin Lagonda—nobody remembers the Lagonda part, not even AML—the brand's portfolio contains four core vehicles, with several derivatives like the Vantage S on their way.
—Alex Kalogiannis, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
Tanner is a former CBS News executive who helped launch the company’s streaming efforts.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 July 2025
Just days later, Texas emergency officials urged the public to avoid areas along the Guadalupe River, where floods killed more than 100 people, warning that disaster tourism could hinder rescue efforts.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
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Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 July 2025
Thanks to the efforts of Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll course-correcting the wayward ship of Aston Martin Lagonda—nobody remembers the Lagonda part, not even AML—the brand's portfolio contains four core vehicles, with several derivatives like the Vantage S on their way.
—Alex Kalogiannis, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
Tanner is a former CBS News executive who helped launch the company’s streaming efforts.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 July 2025
Just days later, Texas emergency officials urged the public to avoid areas along the Guadalupe River, where floods killed more than 100 people, warning that disaster tourism could hinder rescue efforts.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effort
Noun
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The property’s club floor rooms come with access to a private lounge that has an ever-changing buffet, a rotating selection of drinks, sitting areas, work stations, and changing rooms for those coming off or beginning a long travel day.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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This trend also has major implications for housing markets, urban planning, and the future of remote and hybrid work.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Research shows that people tend to overestimate their time and exertion when exercising in the heat.6 This can result in lower exercise time and intensity.7 3.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
10 July 2025
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Therapists Bonnie Scott and Alejandra Galindo, LMFT agree, saying the brain wants nothing more than mindless activity when the day's emotional and mental exertion is over.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
30 June 2025
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Related – Google’s $1 Trillion Lawsuit Thirdly, Google’s substantial AI capital expenditures carry execution risks.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Jumping jacks are an underrated bodyweight exercise to increase your calorie expenditure.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
14 July 2025
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Remember it with every drop of sweat, every rep, every cramped calf and every aching stride.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 July 2025
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Between the wear-everywhere look of jeans and the cloudlike comfort of sweats, these pants are the ultimate warm-weather travel companion—and honestly, a year-round staple.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 July 2025
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“Effort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effort. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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