as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result
the proven efficiency of meditation in reducing stress within the company's workforce
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Recent Examples of efficiency
Aiming to raise efficiency, the researchers developed a process that uses photothermal activity, converting light into heat.
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 17 July 2025
The Philly Shipyard employs around 1,800 workers, including dozens of experts and workers from Hanwha’s Korean facilities, to build production efficiency and train over 170 apprentices.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 17 July 2025
Cook enjoyed a career year that boasted efficiency and saw his touchdowns triple from 2023 (6) to 2024 (18).
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
Private equity firms have also circled some linear assets in recent years, looking to leverage their recurring subscription revenues and proficiencies in finding efficiencies.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 17 July 2025
The Philly Shipyard employs around 1,800 workers, including dozens of experts and workers from Hanwha’s Korean facilities, to build production efficiency and train over 170 apprentices.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 17 July 2025
Cook enjoyed a career year that boasted efficiency and saw his touchdowns triple from 2023 (6) to 2024 (18).
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 8 July 2025
Private equity firms have also circled some linear assets in recent years, looking to leverage their recurring subscription revenues and proficiencies in finding efficiencies.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiency
efficacy
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Compounded drugs are not reviewed for safety and efficacy by the FDA.—
Anjeanette Damon,
ProPublica,
30 July 2025
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Children: There is a lack of research on the safety and efficacy of this treatment in children.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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