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
UConn is already closing small classes and programs on the pretense of efficiency, while asking faculty to teach increasingly larger classes.
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Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2025
When the sun’s out, the foldable, water-resistant solar panels harness clean energy with high efficiency.
—New Atlas, 1 June 2025
Each cleaner offers unique features designed to optimize cleaning efficiency and user convenience, from manual options to sophisticated robotic systems.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
After all, Virgo thrives in the details, so efficiency and order are a must!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 31 May 2025
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Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2025
When the sun’s out, the foldable, water-resistant solar panels harness clean energy with high efficiency.
—New Atlas, 1 June 2025
Each cleaner offers unique features designed to optimize cleaning efficiency and user convenience, from manual options to sophisticated robotic systems.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 31 May 2025
After all, Virgo thrives in the details, so efficiency and order are a must!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiency
efficacy
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Moreover, researchers have conducted thorough evaluations of the vaccines in pregnant women, confirming their safety and efficacy in this demographic.—
Dave Wessner,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Realistically, this Phase I trial – which tests for safety and efficacy, as well as dose parameters – should be completed by some time next year, and if successful will move to the next stage, involving a larger population.—
Bronwyn Thompson,
New Atlas,
26 May 2025
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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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