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effectiveness

[ih-fek-tiv-nis, ee-fek‐] / ɪˈfɛk tɪv nɪs, iˈfɛk‐ /




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"This outcome demonstrates the effectiveness of the food hygiene inspection process and the positive results that can be achieved through constructive engagement between regulatory officers and food businesses to improve standards," the council added.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

Antidepressants and medications that lower blood pressure are among the treatments sometimes used, but their effectiveness is limited.

From Science Daily Aug. 6, 2026

That is meant to ensure that companies don’t declare imports at one price but then turn around and sell them at a lower one, which could undercut the effectiveness of the tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

The Welsh government said: "We are determined to bring renewed focus to the second home issue and work with local authorities to review the effectiveness of existing measures."

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

Dust storms reduce the effectiveness of solar cells.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir




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