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Recent Examples of efficiently
Those that improve outcomes efficiently will have an advantage in attracting businesses, supporting job growth and improving quality of life.
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Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
Where the Stars are scoring more than efficiently is on the power play.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Proper airflow allows your system to cool your home evenly and efficiently.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
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Chris Brandt, Baltimore Sun, 28 Apr. 2026
Where the Stars are scoring more than efficiently is on the power play.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026
Proper airflow allows your system to cool your home evenly and efficiently.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiently
Adverb
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Outlays old and new need to be justified and competently managed.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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Outlays old and new need to be justified and competently managed.—
Bloomberg Opinion,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Bronze Age symbolizes a time of change Bronze, a raw material, was skillfully manipulated to create objects that not only carried weight but also meaning.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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It’s based on an unconventional true story from recent history, set on the British Isles, with a tone that alternates between humorous and sorrowful before delivering an uplifting and humanist message, with skillfully invisible filmmaking that takes a backseat to the performances and story.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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In the bar, expertly crafted drinks range from classics to cocktails inspired by decades that defined the city, and creative signatures like the fiery Spicy Fifty, a blend of vanilla vodka, honey and red chili pepper that packs a warming punch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The rattan is also expertly woven to prevent breakage over time.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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After all, Denver has all five starters back from last year, is paying all of them handsomely and has built a developmental group in Palczewski, Crum and Forsyth behind that have all stepped into games ably.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 Apr. 2026
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Saturday’s second episode, for which ratings dipped slightly, featured a cold open roasting the former Prince Andrew and was ably steered by host Jamie Dornan, who appeared in sketches including a horror comedy about Jools Holland.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Gray served in a variety of consequential positions over the years and wielded influence deftly to the benefit of the community, said Dick Batchelor, who represented Central Florida in the Legislature from 1974 to 1982 and regarded Gray as a sage confidant.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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In Cafe Floretta, Pierangelini deftly transforms autumn vegetables into delicate, flavorful dishes like artichokes alla Romana and cauliflower steak topped with a perfectly balanced caper hollandaise.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Jenny Connell Davis’ adroitly constructed one-act play weaves together significant challenges for four women across seven decades.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
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Leo’s visit, in December, to Lebanon, which is home to one of the world’s oldest Christian communities, dating back to the time of the apostles Peter and Paul, now looks adroitly timed.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2026
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The album is full of strange, brilliant contradictions; Oklou slides masterfully between fun and eccentricity, pump and pathos.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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The service in Serra was efficient and personable, while in The Eagle Bar, our mixologist masterfully walked the line between professional and cheeky, giving us a sense of real ease.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Most elementary grades’ reading levels stayed the same from the prior year, with approximately 65% to 69% of students reading proficiently.—
Shawn Datchuk,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2026
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There are two elements to DeLauter’s swing, Fink said, that make something that looks so unorthodox work so proficiently.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Efficiently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiently. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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