efficiently
adverb
ef·fi·cient·ly
i-ˈfi-shənt-lē 
: in an efficient manner : with success, competence, or adequate effect
working/operating efficiently
finding ways to use fuel more efficiently
Service is efficiently friendly, and the waitstaff knows the menu inside out.—
Harvey Steiman
Harvey SteimanAt higher elevations, lower air pressure makes it tough for the human body to use oxygen as efficiently as normal.—Dennis Coello
Dennis CoelloExamples of efficiently in a Sentence
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These tools are remarkably skilled at quickly, comprehensively, and efficiently consuming vast amounts of data and regurgitating it within a different context.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Staying organized is the best way to pack efficiently, and that's why the right packing essentials are a must-have for any trip.
—Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025
For the system to function properly, CSF must be absorbed efficiently.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Kidney or liver problems: Melatonin may not be metabolized efficiently, which can increase the risk of side effects
Depression: Melatonin may worsen symptoms of depression and may interact with medications.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
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Maria Williams, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Staying organized is the best way to pack efficiently, and that's why the right packing essentials are a must-have for any trip.
—Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025
For the system to function properly, CSF must be absorbed efficiently.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Kidney or liver problems: Melatonin may not be metabolized efficiently, which can increase the risk of side effects
Depression: Melatonin may worsen symptoms of depression and may interact with medications.
—Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for efficiently
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“Efficiently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/efficiently. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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