effective
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The jab is not effective at preventing the transmission of bacteria between people.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
One of the most effective ways to prevent future financial mistakes is to set rules of thumb, she noted.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026
Monetary policy is also becoming less effective in shaping longer-term interest rates.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
Additional testing showed the regenerated tissue was hyaline cartilage, the type needed for healthy joint function, rather than the less effective fibrocartilage.
From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026
This method was particularly effective in the case of the dragon of Lambton Hall.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" by Jeff Kinney
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