as in work
the active use of energy in producing a result
the finished parade float was well worth the effort
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Recent Examples of effort
The visit, scheduled for 4pm, is part of the White House’s effort to ramp up scrutiny of the Fed’s $2.5 billion renovation, which President Donald Trump has zeroed in on as a possible pretext for ousting Chair Jerome Powell.
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Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 July 2025
Thanks to the efforts of Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll course-correcting the wayward ship of Aston Martin Lagonda—nobody remembers the Lagonda part, not even AML—the brand's portfolio contains four core vehicles, with several derivatives like the Vantage S on their way.
—Alex Kalogiannis, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
Tanner is a former CBS News executive who helped launch the company’s streaming efforts.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 July 2025
Just days later, Texas emergency officials urged the public to avoid areas along the Guadalupe River, where floods killed more than 100 people, warning that disaster tourism could hinder rescue efforts.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
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Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 22 July 2025
Thanks to the efforts of Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll course-correcting the wayward ship of Aston Martin Lagonda—nobody remembers the Lagonda part, not even AML—the brand's portfolio contains four core vehicles, with several derivatives like the Vantage S on their way.
—Alex Kalogiannis, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2025
Tanner is a former CBS News executive who helped launch the company’s streaming efforts.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 22 July 2025
Just days later, Texas emergency officials urged the public to avoid areas along the Guadalupe River, where floods killed more than 100 people, warning that disaster tourism could hinder rescue efforts.
—Lila Hempel-Edgers
july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effort
Noun
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While Grace is considering joining the RAF, Maudie is hoping to go into law and study further and Rose may moved abroad for work.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
31 July 2025
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Although there was talk of razing the church the following week, demolition work didn't begin until September.—
Chris Foran,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
Noun
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Take a break: Avoid strenuous activities to minimize physical exertion during the hottest parts of the day.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children were advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Jumping jacks are an underrated bodyweight exercise to increase your calorie expenditure.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
14 July 2025
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Related – Google’s $1 Trillion Lawsuit Thirdly, Google’s substantial AI capital expenditures carry execution risks.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The Botox injections work by blocking a neurotransmitter that triggers sweat production.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The vascular system shunts more blood toward the skin, where it can be cooled by breeze or evaporating sweat.—
Alejandra Borunda,
NPR,
30 July 2025
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“Effort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effort. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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