as in works
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 efforts
Populations have since gradually recovered due to conservation efforts.
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Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced dead on the scene.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Rescue efforts took about two and a half hours, and the cause of the collapse is still under investigation, per the outlet.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
The findings of the new study could have important implications for climate conservation planning moving forward, as efforts might need to shift into the temperate zone.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 June 2026
Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene, the department said.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2026
So many individual efforts just to keep the puck out of our net.
—Mark Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Still, Scott continues to be praised for her efforts—but the same can’t be said for her ex-husband.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 14 June 2026
Some Industry Leaders are Being Proactive That’s why efforts like CIRCAD are needed.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced dead on the scene.
—Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Rescue efforts took about two and a half hours, and the cause of the collapse is still under investigation, per the outlet.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
The findings of the new study could have important implications for climate conservation planning moving forward, as efforts might need to shift into the temperate zone.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 21 June 2026
Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene, the department said.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2026
So many individual efforts just to keep the puck out of our net.
—Mark Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Still, Scott continues to be praised for her efforts—but the same can’t be said for her ex-husband.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 14 June 2026
Some Industry Leaders are Being Proactive That’s why efforts like CIRCAD are needed.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for efforts
Noun
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Host Rachel Holt explores this one-of-a-kind sculpture park where massive installations, scenic views, and interactive works transform a walk through nature into an immersive creative experience.—
Rachel Holt,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Recent studies of the river outlet works have shown that managers can operate the backup tubes continuously in a safe way, said Katrina Grantz, the deputy regional director for Reclamation’s Upper Colorado Region, at a conference in Boulder earlier this month.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
21 June 2026
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Thanks to the quality of the fish, word of mouth, foreign guidebooks, and now Moe’s exertions on Instagram, there are long lines at the door, especially on weekends.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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Not everyone appreciated the exertions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Noun
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The colors, pains, pleasures, smells, tastes and sounds, the what-it’s-like of being conscious, are not private inner bits and blobs that philosophers call qualia, floating in a theatre of the mind.—
Andréa Morris,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Unfortunately, days before the ceremony, Nelson began experiencing chest pains while visiting with a friend.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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The all-stock deal will add to SpaceX’s considerable AI capital expenditures.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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In many cases, economic impact studies are held up as justification for these expenditures.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
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