effective
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In Mexico, where microfinance lenders have come under fire for charging effective annual interest rates above 400%, a popular lender, Consejo de Asistencia al Microemprendedor, went into liquidation last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
But the 24-year-old, a finalist at Queen's last year, showed why she is so effective on grass with a commanding 6-1 6-3 win over world number 44 Siegemund.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Another, the Rybar Telegram channel, credited Madyar with creating "the most effective formation of its kind" within the Ukrainian army.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Kanin is resigning, effective June 11, and fiduciary Jodi Pais Montgomery will take over managing the trust.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
“That tactic is...somewhat effective, but you should always have a variety of moves in your repertoire. When you only have one, you become predictable and easy to defeat.”
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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