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efficiently

[ih-fish-uhnt-lee] / ɪˈfɪʃ ənt li /






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This strong slowing effect allows the structure to shrink dramatically while still trapping light efficiently, resulting in a layer more than a thousand times thinner than a human hair.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

He said rising oil prices may hurt the economy less than in the past, because the U.S. now produces more energy and uses it more efficiently.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

There are techniques to stretch supplies by more efficiently applying fertilizer, Parra noted, such as by administering soil treatments, though they are costly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

Savings depend on energy prices and how efficiently the heat pump works.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

While she faced the other way, Aaron picked up the one she’d just discarded, squeezed it efficiently into the bowl, and then put it back on the counter.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste