make a special effort
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That one I make a special effort to show embassy staff who come and go — my challenge and call to action for the Russians who work there.
From Washington Post • May 6, 2022
All the things that I’m supposed to do throughout the year — pray daily, read the Quran, give to charity — I make a special effort to actually do.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2022
Biden indicated he’d make a special effort to connect with Black voters, who were critical to his victory in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary and were essential again in helping him secure the White House.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 19, 2022
Why make a special effort to stay home and vote on Sunday when Monday is a public holiday?
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2017
He had to make a special effort to do this, and I was overwhelmed by his kindness.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
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