effective
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Shankland ran everywhere apart from where he is most effective.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
More research and clinical trials will be needed before scientists know whether CBD could become a safe and effective treatment for people with Alzheimer's disease.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
A more effective expression of the idea is found in Bloom’s “Take Arms Against a Sea of Troubles,” published shortly after his death.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Smaller AI models from Mistral could be built into weapons systems or other defence equipment, such as drones, that can be more effective if able to act autonomously.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Besides, it turned out that they also were incredibly effective fundraising tools.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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