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
This power efficiency has, in turn, allowed Chinese developers to reduce prices substantially.
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Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
There is no real efficiency gain left.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The models incorporate architectural upgrades and optimization improvements, with a clear focus on efficiency as systems grow more expensive to run.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
The same companies that are collectively spending hundreds of billions of dollars a year to build out artificial intelligence infrastructure to meet soaring demand for AI services are seeking efficiencies from AI by slashing head count.
—Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
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Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
There is no real efficiency gain left.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The models incorporate architectural upgrades and optimization improvements, with a clear focus on efficiency as systems grow more expensive to run.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
The same companies that are collectively spending hundreds of billions of dollars a year to build out artificial intelligence infrastructure to meet soaring demand for AI services are seeking efficiencies from AI by slashing head count.
—Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiency
Noun
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Compared to skin care’s need to wait for efficacy validation, color cosmetics offer immediate gratification, lower decision-making costs, and even the promise of going viral online.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Atomi noted that while supine movements are common in physical therapy and exercise programs such as Pilates, there’s been little scientific evidence of their efficacy.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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By combining cutting-edge protection, mobility, and digital integration, these vehicles are set to play a crucial role in enhancing military effectiveness and safeguarding personnel.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Today, affordability is becoming just as important as effectiveness.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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