effective
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Example Sentences
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In contrast, wearing earplugs proved far more effective at protecting sleep from traffic noise.
From Science Daily
AI overviews, an AI summary of search results at the top of traditional Google search, have proven to be very effective in maintaining the near 90% market share Google has in search.
From Barron's
It added leadership oversight, management arrangements and team culture had "strengthened" with "more effective ways of working" and "a more positive team environment" in place.
From BBC
The law provides that the provision became effective “upon the date of enactment . . . subject to any transition period determined appropriate” of up to three fiscal years.
The instrument is especially effective at detecting galaxies hidden behind thick clouds of cosmic dust.
From Science Daily
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