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effort

[ef-ert] / ˈɛf ərt /


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As a further effort by America’s oldest orchestra to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, Lang takes his cue from Adam Smith.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

In that new role, he will work on an effort to partner with private-equity firms and sell AI tools to their portfolio companies, and report to CEO Sam Altman.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The effort failed - the war lasted another eight years, and its unpopularity at home helped drive Johnson's decision not to seek a second term in office.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The successful launch of the Artemis II mission on Wednesday and its translunar injection burn Thursday evening have been inspiring, with the smooth operations capping a two-decade effort.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Usually, Clara’s charmed men were befuddled more than anything else, and only with effort.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny